VoIP - Saving on the Bundle

The use of VoIP services is really in it's infancy at the present time, and like an infant will grow as time moves forward. While the business community has been on the forefront of the use of VoIP and broadband phone services, it's use is catching on quick with the general public. The drive to cut costs and have fewer bills to keep up with are just a couple of reasons that consumers are beginning to take a serious look at VoIP and broadband phone services. Cable television companies have begun to offer their clients service bundles which can include cable tv, broadband internet and broadband phone service all in one. These bundles are usually priced to save consumers enough on their separate monthly services that it makes sense to make the switch to the bundled packages. Consumer savings also doesn't stop at the bundle. Depending on the service provider and the package chosen, there is also the aspect of cutting long distance costs to zero when using broadband phone services. This free long distance is an offer which some consumers simply can't pass up, when combined with the extra savings on the service bundle. If you are considering subscribing to a bundled service, there's a few things you should know up front, and don't be shy asking questions before you buy. Before you can know if you're truly getting the best deal is to know what you're actually paying before you decide to go with a bundled service. Add up your true present costs, factoring in: * Present monthly cable or satellite bill * Your average monthly pay per view movie purchases * Your monthly phone bill without long distance charges * Your average monthly long distance charges With this information at hand, you will know at a glance which bundle will save you money. Also, when inquiring about the service plans, be sure to ask about setup and equipment charges. There will be variations in these charges with different providers and their bundled services. These are usually one time fees, if any. If you haven't been contacted by your cable tv or internet provider about these services yet, don't be timid about asking. If they don't offer these services yet, they will shortly. As the competition for your business grows, so will the services which are offered. It's only a matter of time.