Until the introduction of the Forever stamp last year, the frequent rise in the price of United States Postal Service (USPS) first-class postage presented an annoying dilemma for those left with unused and under priced stamps, waste money by combining two one-ounce first-class stamps or buy smaller denomination stamps to use with the now under priced first-class stamps.

Thanks to a little USPS creativity, the dilemma can be avoided through a Forever stamp, postage purchased today that is good for mailing "one-ounce first-class letters anytime in the future -- regardless of price changes."

With another penny price hike set for May 12, raising the price of a first-class stamp to 42 cents, we are faced with another, more pleasant dilemma. Stock up on the 41-cent Forever stamp today, and save a penny, or wait and buy a 42-cent Forever stamp on or after May 12. Regardless of your decision, the Forever stamp will probably save you a few pennies and make your life a little easier. To purchase stamps online, visit The Postal Store.