How To Save Money On Your Phone Bill

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Saving money on your phone bill is something you should definitely try to achieve. It’s relatively easy and you can do it.
Even if your phone bill is one of the smallest expenses you have, there’s a possibility that you’re spending $20-$40 too much.
This article is going to show you how to save money on your phone bill. Follow these steps to cut expenses.

1. Downgrade Your Data Plan

A lot of wireless providers have removed the option to downgrade plans from their websites and apps. That’s why you need to call your phone service provider.
To downgrade your data plan, you need to call your wireless carrier. Here are there phone numbers:
  • AT&T: 1-800-331-0500
  • T-Mobile: 1-877-453-1304
  • Verizon: 1-800-922-0204

2. Start A Family Plan

T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T all give their biggest discounts to people on a family plan.
For example, a family plan of four costs about $120, while a single line can as high as $75 with the leading wireless companies.

Make sure you compare prices between the different carriers, so that you can find the cheapest cell phone plan.

3. Qualify For A Discount

If you’re in the military, a veteran or senior citizen you may be able to save as much as $10 month on your days plan.

Make sure you review the many organizations you may be a part of. Chances are, you qualify for a rebate or reduced plan because of your affiliations.

4. Buy A Refurbished Phone

Who says you have to buy a new phone when a pre-owned one works fine?
In some cases you can save up to 80% on the cost of a phone when you choose a refurbished one.
Here are some refurbished phones for sale on Amazon.

 5. Opt For Autopay

All of the phone providers give you an average of $5 off if you choose to enable autopay for your monthly bill.

The savings come to $64 a year if you can make it the full 12 months. That’s not bad.

6. Don’t Get Phone Insurance

If you want to keep your monthly phone bill down, don’t opt for phone insurance.

If you’ve ever filed a claim on a broken phone (I have), even with insurance there are instances where you still have to pay.

Final Words

If you want to stay connected to the world, your phone bill is one expense that you can’t live without. The good news is that you can save money along the way.
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