This article appears in full at Buttoned Up, where I moonlight as their Savings Expert.
You can read the short article here: Cut Your Cell Phone Bill without Reducing Service.
Probably the most dramatic way to slash your cell phone costs is to switch to a pay-as-you-go plan and use your mobile phone only for emergencies. Since this is not an option for many people, why not check to see if you can get an employee or student discount on your current plan?
Companies like Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Moblie offer discounts — as high as 25% off — to thousands of corporations, government agencies, and schools.
See more of Cut Your Cell Phone Bill without Reducing Service.
Then come back and let me know if you found a discount!
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What a great blog! I recently just came across your site and LOVE the information you provide. Look forward to reading more.
Wonderful! It’s great to hear from you, Tina. I’m glad the information can be of use, and thanks for putting me on your blogroll!
Oh added you to my blog roll so I can share with others!
I actually switched to prepaid because my carrier wouldn’t work with me and I was fed up with the ridiculous bills every month. I went to Net10 and cut my bill to 1/4 of what is was. I realized I was paying for minutes I wasn’t using because I’m a bigger texter than talker and Net10 allows me to customize my minutes/texts month to month. I can’t believe I’m saving this much money, but still talking and texting almost the same.
Hi Lisa,
Great news! I love that you were able to save a lot of money without having to change your life. I too use a prepaid cell phone (from Virgin Mobile) and pay about $6 per month total. Of course I rarely use the cell phone — just for emergencies.
Thanks for writing in!
Amy
Great advice! Switching to prepaid can save you a ton of money every month. Straight talk, which can be found at your local walmart has a plan for only $45 a month for unlimited calls and text. Plus, I didn’t have to sign a contract. How much better can that get??!!
Hi Zack,
I totally agree about prepaid. I have Virgin’s pay as you go phone, and it really works for me as I only use the phone for emergencies.
Good to know about Walmart’s deal too!
Amy, thanks for this link – http://www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscount – I appreciate it. Until running across this article I didn’t think I could qualify for any discounts with Verizon. And it’s still the same, but I can get a discount for my son through his school. And since I am paying the bill, it’s a nice savings. Thanks for this post and your other article!
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Hi John,
Great, I’m glad you found it helpful!
Thanks for writing in,
Amy
Great advice! Switching to prepaid can save you a lot of money every month. That is a good idea. I haven’t been using it. Thanks
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