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How to Find Good Deals On Cell Phones Plans

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Find Good Deals On Cell Phones Plans
Find Good Deals On Cell Phones Plans
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Here are suggestions to find the best deal on your family's cell phones plans. With some simple planning you can save a lot of money over the long haul on your cell phone bill.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Internet
  1. Step 1

    Cell Phones plans can be researched online, but before you surf the net sit down and determine your needs and wants.

  2. Step 2

    If you need a family plan ask your family members which features are important to them. Family plans can save you a lot of money, or they can be a parent's worst nightmare. Text message bills can get out of control quickly. Determine whether you need to set limits or spring for unlimited texting to avoid astronomical fees. Always buy insurance on teens phones because they will get lost or broken.

  3. Step 3

    Most of us are locked into a contract with a specific cell phone company. If you want to change your plan and stay with your provider that may be easy enough online, or by calling customer service.

  4. Step 4

    If you find a better deal through another carrier, figure out whether that deal will save you money over the long haul. Realize there may be a high fee for early termination of your current cell phones contract.

  5. Step 5

    Ask your workplace if they have a deal with any cell phone companies. Many national organizations and non-profits can receive a discount of around 8 percent on service.

  6. Step 6

    Every two years you may be eligible for a new phone upgrade. Mark your calendar or put it in your Outlook and ask if you are eligible for this deal through your current cell phones plan.

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on 8/28/2009 Wow, I am definitely putting insurance on my son's phone. This article has helped me. Thanks!!!!

paul-777 said

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on 8/11/2009 Cool article! Thanks! 5 Stars! ... GOD-BLESS!!

mymind said

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on 8/6/2009 Good advise!

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on 3/13/2009 We are in the process of changing ours now. Thanks for these great pointers.

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