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How to Choose the Best Internet Plan in Retirement

1+ hour, 56+ min ago  (956+ words) Your internet needs can change dramatically after you stop working. Here's how to make sure you're not overpaying (or underpowered). Choosing the right internet plan helps ensure you're not overpaying while still getting the speeds you need. But in retirement,…...

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You Could Be Overpaying for Internet. Here’s How to Choose the Right Type

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (792+ words) Fiber, cable, 5G wireless and satellite internet all offer different speeds, reliability and price points. Understanding the differences could help you lower your monthly bill or improve performance. Just as other household costs have increased, home internet costs have risen steadily....

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Is Prepaid Wireless Making a Comeback — and Can It Lower Your Phone Bill?

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (1261+ words) Once seen as a budget alternative, prepaid wireless is attracting new attention as networks improve and shoppers look for flexible, lower-cost options. Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more…...

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Who Counts as Family on a Mobile Phone Plan?

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (1034+ words) Family phone plans aren't just for parents and kids anymore. Here's who can share a plan, how much you can save and what to watch out for before you bundle. A family phone plan can offer real savings when you…...

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Pay-As-You-Go vs. Monthly Plans: Which Saves More for Light Phone Users?

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (1500+ words) Light phone users may be paying for data they never use. Here's how pay-as-you-go and low-cost monthly plans really compare. For a long time, "unlimited" phone plans felt like the safe choice. You paid one flat monthly bill and didn't…...

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Keeping Your Number When You Switch Phone Plans: What Can Go Wrong and How to Avoid It

3+ week, 2+ day ago  (776+ words) A simple checklist to keep your number, avoid delays and protect your phone plan deals. Changing your phone number can be a hassle, but switching mobile carriers doesn't usually mean you have to. In most cases, you can keep your…...

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Do You Really Need All Those Phone Plan Perks?

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (1060+ words) Unlimited data plans now come bundled with streaming, travel perks and device deals " but many people pay for extras they rarely use. For years, a "good" phone plan meant clear coverage, reliable data and a reasonable monthly bill. Today, that…...

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How Verizon’s Free Phone Deals Work

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (1331+ words) What shoppers need to know about eligibility, bill credits and plan costs. New cell phones can be cost-prohibitive, but Verizon offers several ways to get a phone at no upfront cost. Many Verizon deals include bill incentive credits, a promotional…...

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $4.99 a Month: A Closer Look at Verizon’s Deal

2+ mon, 1+ day ago  (1042+ words) Verizon's aggressive pricing makes Samsung's top-tier phone tempting, but the real cost depends on your plan and how long you stay. Upgrading a smartphone used to be about chasing the newest design or better camera. Today, it's just as much…...

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Metro by T-Mobile Is Giving Away This Samsung Galaxy A16: Which Plans Are Eligible?

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (675+ words) Metro by T-Mobile is offering free Samsung Galaxy A16 phones on eligible plans right now. Here's how the deal works. If your phone is ready for an upgrade, but your wallet's still exhausted from all that holiday shopping, Metro by T-Mobile…...