Tips to get a better deal on bills
Tips to get a better deal:
Look carefully at your bill.
Is it accurate?
- Are there services you pay for that you rarely or never use?
- When was the last time you used your home FAX? Are you still paying for it?
- Are there channels you never watch that you're paying extra for?
Negotiating a better deal.
- Have an example of a competitor’s lower prices and call the company’s consumer retention department and be prepared to end your contract if you can't get a better deal.
- Record the name of the person you’re speaking with and note the date and time you called. These details will increase your credibility if you need to follow up later.
- Before you agree to any deal, ensure the new plan price includes any equipment you need to install.
Ask about bundling packages. If you get your phone, Internet, and television from the same provider you’re likely to get a better price.
- Ask how much of a discount will you receive if you buy more than one service.
- Is the rate they're offering only an introductory rate? How long will it last?
- Is there an installation fee? What kind of equipment is involved?
- If I don’t want all the features listed with your bundled services plan, will you deduct the amount of those features?
- Will the installation involved any digging/wiring on my property?
- Is there a penalty for early cancellation of all the services?
Keeping the deal
- Check your bill every month to make sure the deal you negotiated doesn’t suddenly disappear.