This tip is an oldie but a goodie – and it works for me: From time to time, I call the companies with which I do business – and ask for discounts. I just (literally, one minute ago) got off the phone with our television provider – and was able to reduce our monthly bill by nearly 30%. All I…
Category: Customer Service
It Never Hurts To Call
I got dinged with a late-payment fee. It happens. Last month, it happened to me. Twice. I’m usually very thorough when it comes to paying our bills on time. However, last month, something happened, and not one, but two bills went unpaid. Once I realized that I had missed the payments, it was too late. They were past-due and we…
Keeping A Close Eye On Those Medical Bills
I recently had to have a kidney stone removed. The hospital estimated the cost of the procedure, and offered me a 20% discount – if I paid my portion on the day of the procedure. I paid the estimated amount and had the procedure. Today, I received the actual explanation of benefits from my insurance company. I am happy to…