CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The real "Grinch" this Christmas might be the supply chain issues.
Let's connect the dots.
Today's the last day to ship your Christmas presents at the post office -- unless you're willing to pay extra.
If you are, you've got another week, depending on the carrier and the destination.
For procrastinators willing to pay a premium, the post office, and UPS offer next-day shipping up until Dec. 23.
FedEx offers same-day on Christmas Eve and Amazon is also promising prime members same-day delivery up through Dec. 24.
But if you've ordered anything online this year, expect delays. The result of supply chain back-ups and worker shortages.
This means this year, more than ever, shopping and shipping early might make the difference between a great Christmas and a late Christmas.
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