{"id":350,"date":"2013-03-15T22:58:27","date_gmt":"2013-03-15T22:58:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dontspendmore.com\/blog\/?p=350"},"modified":"2013-03-15T23:26:32","modified_gmt":"2013-03-15T23:26:32","slug":"cheap-cell-phone-five-tricks-that-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.dontspendmore.com\/blog\/index.php\/cheap-cell-phone-five-tricks-that-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheap Cell Phone: Five Tricks That Work"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Paul<\/p>\n

If you are on the lookout for a cheap cell phone plan<\/a>, then you will find that it is not easy to get one. You will have to work hard and use a bit of trickery to get the deal that you want. In today\u2019s modern era, the rising prices of commodities can put a dent on your savings and the last thing you want is an expensive data plan. It may look like a time consuming process but when you see the low costs, you will be pleased. Let\u2019s discuss the top five tricks that you can use to get cheap cell phone data plans.<\/a><\/p>\n

Click here to compare cheap cell phone plans<\/a><\/p>\n

Negotiate<\/strong><\/p>\n

With a bit of wheeling and dealing, you could end up getting a deal that is just right for your pocket. Mobile phone service providers are in cutthroat competition and the last thing they want is to lose a valuable customer like you. So this gives you the upper hand when it comes to bargaining for a deal. Before you commit to a plan, examine all fees and costs that you will have to pay on a monthly basis.<\/p>\n

You have several avenues<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the customer, you are in a position of power. Once you have decided upon a service provider, you will have several different options through which you can purchase the plan. You can go to the retail store, company outlet, or shop online.<\/p>\n

Consider a family plan <\/strong><\/p>\n

The more customers the cell phone service provider gets, the more benefits they will give to you in return. When you get a family plan, your overall costs are reduced as they are split up. You can even get a family plan with the help of your friends. You don\u2019t need to prove that you are truly a family.<\/p>\n

Ask for a group discount <\/strong><\/p>\n

Every cell phone service provider gives additional benefits to special customers. For example: a company who gives all their employees a data plan from the same subscriber is likely to get cheaper rates. If you have a large group of people with you, then you can ask for a group discount.<\/p>\n

Minimal minutes and low features<\/strong><\/p>\n

With amazing free calling apps now available, you should really consider getting a plan that has minimal free minutes. At home, you can use the internet or the home phone, and if you have WI-Fi, then you can use the apps outdoors as well. Another thing for a cheap data plan is choosing low tech features. The more content you download the more you will be charged. So if you want to download something, do it over a Wi-Fi network or it will end up costing you a bundle of money.<\/p>\n

These are the key elements that will help you get a cheap data plan. If you want to save even more money, then go for a prepaid plan and avoid buying additional accessories from your subscriber. Remember that if you are willing to put in the effort, you will get the desired results and a cheaper plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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