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By 10.12.07
Directly Call AT&T | DISH Retentions
By 10.11.07
To reach the AT&T | DISH retentions department, call 866-266-1292 , press 1, then press 1 again. Retentions departments are the gate of customer service you usually have to pass through to cancel service. They try to identify and solve objections to the service you have, either by pointing out features of awesomeness you apparently weren’t aware of, or by tossing credits or price reductions your way.
Directly Call AT&T Landline Retentions
By 10.10.07
954-626-1263 goes right to level two retentions for AT&T landlines. These are the people that are supposed to dissuade you from dropping service, through credits and price reductions. Like we said said here, don’t just call up and ask for free money. Paint a picture of customer dissatisfaction. Pitch woo. Then see what you can get.
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By 10.10.07
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By 10.9.07
Reader Games Tivo Retentions Department To Gets $6 Knocked Off Monthly Rate
By 10.9.07
Most companies with recurring services have a group of shiny sphincters known as the retention department, but doing battle with them and knowing how they operate can get your monthly bill reduced. They’re also sometimes called the “saves” department, because they’re supposed to “save” you from leaving for another company. Here’s how Jonathan recently turned the Tivo retention department to his advantage:..
Consumerist Neighborhood eBay Garage Sale
By 10.8.07
It’s time for another Consumerist Neighborhood eBay Garage Sale, where plucky Consumerists looking to clear out their garage and get some extra cash add their ebay auctions in the comments. Check out each other’s deals, add some of your own. Stuck at work? Hey, I bet they don’t really need that extra stapler… This week we’ll kick things off with several used American DJ lights and control devices:
Holiday Airfare Prices Needn't Drain Holiday Cheer
By 10.5.07
It may not cost as much to to fly to family and friends for the holidays as much as some doom and gloomers might have you think. Airfarewatchdog sniffed around and turned up itineraries no more pricier than they would be any other time of the year:
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By 10.5.07
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By 10.3.07
90% Of Hagglers Get Better Deals
By 10.2.07
Most hagglers are able to score reduced prices, according to a study to be published in November’s Consumer Reports. Here’s one of their tips for shaving off the dollars:
Deal with the decision maker. If a salesperson isn’t empowered enough to give you a discount, find out who is. At chain stores, that’s typically a manager or supervisor. If your medical plan doesn’t cover the entire cost of a procedure, talk to the doctor, not the office manager.
Survey respondants reported success not just with cars and houses, but also cellphone plans, doctor’s bills, and electronics at big-box retail stores. Are you a haggler? What are your stategies for success?
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By 10.1.07
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