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Worried about getting those holiday packages delivered on time and in one piece?

Here are tips on how you can avoid package delivery woes.

What can people do to assure that their gifts will get there on time and in one piece?

• Send the package as soon as possible
• Pack well
• Use a reputable shipper

What do you do if you are unsure of how to pack an item or fear that you may be running out of time?

You may want to use the services provided by a professional shipping company.

In some cases, you can literally take your item to the shipper, give them an address and phone number of where it needs to go, and they will do the rest - everything from packaging the item securely to offering multiple options for getting the package to its destination on time.

What can you do to protect yourself just in case the package gets lost or damaged along the way?

Although some shipping companies will provide insurance coverage up to the first $100 of value, yo may want to ask questions about this coverage and whether you need to purchase additional coverage.

Make sure to hang on to your receipts. If the package does get damaged you are going to need proof of what the item cost and proof that you purchased the insurance.

Also, make sure that you ask for a copy of the terms and conditions and read them before you ship. Coverage can vary, as can procedures for filing a claim.