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Thursday, November 6, 2008
Good Things Come In Small-Priced Packages
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
As autumn soon gives way to winter, our thoughts turn to such cold-weather concerns as bundling up.
There’s another sort of bundling that smart shoppers should ponder: packaging, or “bundling,” telephone, television and Internet services with one provider.
It’s almost always a money-saver, along the lines of obtaining home and auto insurance from the same company. Providers pitch a combo price that tends to beat buying the services individually. Another benefit is paying one bill per month, rather than two or three. And knowing whom to call when something goes amiss.
I’ve been with one name-brand firm for a few years. The other day, my caller ID flashed a rival. Answering it, I heard an offer that whips the tar out of my current package. When I contacted my provider, it declined to match the deal, so I’m leaning toward a switch.
Before signing the dotted line, make a priority list. Is unlimited long-distance calling, a ton of cable TV channels or ultra-fast Internet most important? Then look at areas where you can live with less than the optimum, such as a limited menu of channels or no high-def.
Here’s a website with more advice:.
The packages can get pretty complicated. Check out a provider’s web site to confirm what any combination entails, or review it thoroughly with the service.
So, as you bundle up for the oncoming chill, be aware that a great bundling deal can deliver a little warmth. Have you saved on bundling?
Read other money saving tips at Your Money,
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