Picking the Right Phone Plan for Your Gainesville Apartment

As phones have become a more integrated part of our daily lives, the ways we purchase them have drastically changed. Now not just rates, but minutes, data packages, text messaging plans, and a wide range of other options need to be considered. It can all be confusing and overwhelming, but fortunately there are some easy ways you can help yourself figure out exactly what you need.

A home phone is an excellent choice for people who want to be reachable but don’t like the more frequent interruptions that come with a cell phone. Home phone plans are usually very affordable, and simply priced, especially when bought in a package with other services, such as television and Internet. Another alternative to the traditional home phone is an online phone. Services such as Google Voice and Skype can provide you with a phone number, voicemail, and other features of a traditional home phone service right on your home computer, and often have far more flexible payment plans, including pay-as-you go plans that allow you to only purchase the minutes you need.

Unfortunately, these home phone services are only accessible in your Gainesville apartment, which is why many people find an easily portable cell phone is a better fit for their busy lives. While many companies offer and recommend plans with unlimited data, messaging, and phone calls, it’s usually far more affordable to buy a limited plan. Cell phone companies usually keep detailed records on the amount of these services their customers use, and most are willing to generate a report detailing past activities when a customer asks. If you currently have a cell phone and it’s time to renew your contract, go over the records of your past 6 to 12 months, and renew your contract with the smallest plan that will cover your highest usage month. If you’re getting a cell phone for the first time, it’s a smart idea to choose a cheaper month-to-month service for your first three months or so. This will help you get a general idea of your usage pattern before signing up for one of the pricier multi-year contracts most large cell phone service providers require.

Bellamay Grand residents are welcome to use the Internet-connected computer in our business center to research the various phone service options that are available, or to print their contracts and other information they need for their records. For more information on our luxury apartment community and the many amenities available for our residents, contact our main office today.