Each month, look at your cell phone bill and note the number of minutes used. If you are regularly going over or are way under the allotment, consider upgrading or downgrading. Also look at services you pay for, such as data, text or internet, to see if you can cancel any you … [Read more...] about Regularly evaluate your cell phone plan to find savings opportunities
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If you already have a contract, consider extending it, upgrading it or even switching providers
In addition to comparing cell phone plans, you'll also want to consider the pro and cons of renewing your contract versus switching to a new provider. If you've been with your current provider for awhile, you might be eligible for a free or discounted phone if you renew. If you … [Read more...] about If you already have a contract, consider extending it, upgrading it or even switching providers
Check for a corporate discount on your cell phone plan
Check with the cell phone provider to see if your company gets a discount. Even if it's a personal phone--and not one you use for work--you still may be eligible for discounts. If the cell phone provider doesn't have your company listed as one that offers a discount, talk to … [Read more...] about Check for a corporate discount on your cell phone plan
Figure out how many minutes you need
Take a look at your current cell phone plan to check: 1) the average number of minutes you use per month 2) what time of day you typically use those minutes Pick your new cell phone plan accordingly. For example: most people want a plan that offers free minutes earlier (say … [Read more...] about Figure out how many minutes you need
Get a free or cheap cell phone
Many cell phone companies offer free or substantially discounted cell phones when you sign up for a specific service plan. Having said that, make sure you pick a cell phone plan that works for you since that's where the real money is spent. A free phone is great, but a plan with … [Read more...] about Get a free or cheap cell phone