Cancelling cable and landline
By Dominique
@dodo19 (47038)
Beaconsfield, Quebec
October 24, 2019 10:53am CST
This is something that we've been meaning to do for some time. We cancelled our landline and cable this morning.
Things are quite tight at the moment, and my husband and I were talking about ways to save some money. And this was one thing that we figured we could get rid of.
We don't use our landline anyway. And we have a roku box that we can use to watch shows. So we figured between that, Netflix and YouTube, we can make it work and it won't be a huge problem.
Now we're trying to find other things to try and make things better. I'm looking for work, which is a big thing. It's something that I'm working on.
In the meantime, cancelling cable and landline is a good start. And we can always figure out other ways to save a few dollars. Every little bit helps.
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21 responses
@thislittlepennyearns (58103)
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
24 Oct 19
I thought you had started a new job?
We have home phone, internet and cable bundled. So i doubt we will cancel any of them. Our cell phones dont always work great at home. so we keep the landline.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
24 Oct 19
I did have a job a little over a year ago for a few months. Then I did some work from home for a few months, which was contract. I've had a few things over the year. But now not really working.
For you it can be beneficial to have a landline. I can understand why you keep it. For us, it's just really expensive. We don't use our landline. So we'll just keep our cellphones, and internet.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
26 Oct 19
If I were able to get unlimited internet I could get netflix, Roku, etc, and get rid of our satellite dish. It is up to almost $80 a month now. I have internet which is $60 a month, but is not unlimited. Drives me crazy.
We both have cell phones. Mine is a Straight Talk phone, his is through Verizon. His is more expensive than mine. I pay $45 a month for service, he pays nearly $90 a month.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
27 Oct 19
@dodo19 I think he is still paying on his phone, so until it is paid off, he is stuck with it.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
27 Oct 19
@ElusiveButterfly That's too bad. Hopefully when it's paid off he can switch save a few buck.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
26 Oct 19
We do have unlimited internet. We do pay about 80 a month, but at least we're able to watch pretty much all the show we watch. We don't have to worry too much about going over our limit.
He definitely does pay more. That's quite a difference. Has he ever though of changing carriers?
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@moffittjc (118365)
• Gainesville, Florida
27 Oct 19
Nice! Another cable cutter. It is a good way to save money. Good luck in finding another job, cutting expenses more, and finding savings wherever you can!
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
27 Oct 19
Yes, another cable cutter. We figure we might as well. We don't need it and we can save money. Hopefully, I can get work soon. It'll definitely help. We'll definitely try to see where else we can cut some expenses and I'll keep trying to find work.
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@moffittjc (118365)
• Gainesville, Florida
27 Oct 19
@dodo19 Is work hard to find right now in your community? Are businesses hiring for the upcoming Christmas season? Here in the US, retail stores hire lots of extra workers to help with the busy shopping period leading up to Christmas.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
27 Oct 19
@moffittjc For the most part there are quite a few jobs. There are a quite a few postings for the holidays, which is nice.
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@MarymargII (12422)
• Toronto, Ontario
26 Oct 19
Good idea- it's something we have thought about and have no landline either. We do have cable and cell phones which we have done without before in a crunch. Good luck getting work- that will help big time.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
27 Oct 19
@MarymargII I do hope so too. It would be nice if I did enjoy it.
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@dodo19 (47038)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
26 Oct 19
We definitely thought it was a good idea too. So far, it's pretty good. It hasn't been too much of a problem. I do hope that I can get something soon too. Like you said, it will help and make a difference for sure. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
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@MarymargII (12422)
• Toronto, Ontario
27 Oct 19
@dodo19 And I hope it's something that you'll like and enjoy too!
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@1hopefulman (45123)
• Canada
24 Oct 19
I do all my tv watching on the internet. I have three stations that I visit, CTV, CBC and Global and I have Netflix. I only have Netflix because I have bundled a friend. There are also a lot of free movies on YouTube. More than enough!
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@Marilynda1225 (79570)
• United States
28 Oct 19
I've been thinking of cancelling both myself. My landline rings with all sorts of bogus calls which is nothing but annoying. Cable is just ridiculous with their monthly charges.
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@DianneN (246334)
• United States
24 Oct 19
Many people have done away with cable and landlines to save money. It’s very expensive and keeps going up in cost.
We still have cable and landlines here and in Florida including Roku, YouTube, and Netflix. My husband is old school and even insists on getting the newspaper delivered every day. He is very stubborn.
Good luck to you. I hope you find a job that will help pay the bills.
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@whiteream (8567)
• United States
29 Oct 19
I do not watch TV so it would not bother me. My husband and son well that is why we have cable in the first place. I know, how hard it is looking for work. I hope you find a job the fits you.
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@whiteream (8567)
• United States
2 Nov 19
@dodo19 I am looking myself. So, I know how hard it is.
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@acelawrites (19273)
• Philippines
29 Oct 19
It's great to think of ways to save; am thinking of that too!
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@samysotelo18 (7744)
• Mexico
24 Oct 19
I think that's a good choice for you and your husband, I hope you find a nice job soon...I also think that Netflix and Youtube are more than enough to find entertainment
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@maximax8 (31053)
• United Kingdom
24 Oct 19
It is excellent that you have cancelled your cable and your landline. That should save you a lot of money. Try to use less power in your home to get lower bills. Before you go food shopping write a shopping list. Maybe one supermarket has some discounts that you can take advantage for you. Good luck.
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@freelancermariagrace (27219)
• Philippines
24 Oct 19
We still have cable and landline at home, but my siblings and I don't use them anymore. For me, it's a waste of money. But I can't convince my parents yet. lol
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@ExplorewtMe (6333)
• Nairobi, Kenya
24 Oct 19
We have removed the landline long before. But I don't think to get rid of cable in nare future. Maybe after some years. If you dont using it then it is good to get it removed.
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