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you are here: DentalPlans.com > Dental Health Articles > Consumer > Want a Cell Phone Without Signing a Contract
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Updated: 12/3/2008 2:00:17 PM |
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 (ARA) - Cell phones are everywhere these days. They offer the freedom to call anyone, anywhere, at any time. You can send text messages, access the mobile Web, and call long distance to friends and family nationwide.
However, buyers should beware. A cell phone can also be an expensive investment. Some wireless providers offer cell phones and plans that require stringent credit checks, lengthy contracts, substantial overage charges and big bills. When deciding which wireless provider to use, consumers should carefully consider all of their options.
Here are some things to consider when choosing a cell phone:
Credit checks: If you want to set up a billing account with a cell phone company, they'll check your credit to make sure you have a history of paying your bills.
Contracts: Most cell phone companies require a 1 to 2 year service contract. If a customer chooses to switch carriers before the contract is up, substantial penalties and cancellation fees do apply.
Bills: If a customer goes over the monthly minute allowance, he or she will pay the price in overage charges. Often times customers are billed for hundreds of dollars in overage fees every month because they unknowingly go over their minute or texting limits.
However, to avoid the issue of credit checks, contracts, and bills, you may consider a prepaid cell phone provider. TracFone Wireless, for example, is a prepaid cellular option that gives everyone the chance to own a cell phone. TracFone puts the customer in control and offers no credit checks, no contracts, no bills, no activation fee and no surprises. They offer pay-as-you-go options with phones as low as $9.99 and plans for less than $9.99 per month. Plus, the phone shows you exactly how many minutes you have left so there are no surprises. TracFone is the least expensive way to own a cell phone in America. If you're tired of paying too much for wireless service, TracFone is for you.
No matter how much you talk, TracFone offers you brand-name phones, affordable minutes, and quality wireless service with the luxury of no contract. New phones are introduced constantly and TracFone's current device options include the new LG600g camera phone and the Motorola W376g. Your new phone will be compact, slim and stylish.
If you want a cell phone, but don’t want to be bound to a contract, hassled by or denied through a credit check, sign up with TracFone today. More than 5 million customers and counting enjoy the benefits of TracFone Wireless.
To take advantage of offers like the new Motorola W376g with unlimited double minutes for life (only $29.99) or a free LG 225 camera phone with double minutes for life plus a 1-year airtime card (only $99.99), visit TracFone.com. Start talking and texting today.
Copyright © 2008, ARAnet, Inc.
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