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Though telephone and cell phone providers are providing services, they are also businesses. They want to draw users in, but they don't want to lose money in the process. One of the ways that companies draw in business is by offering special deals, rebates and other types of discounts. The first step you can take in trying to find the cell phone plan that works best for you is by waiting for the right moment to buy a phone or set out on a new plan.

'Waiting for the right moment' could mean waiting until the phone you want goes on sale, especially if that's the only thing holding you back from starting a new plan. Companies develop new technologies, and with marketing and advertising, they nurture the need you have to want that new cell phone. Especially if the phone is new, it will often be offered with a rebate if you buy it in pair with a new plan, so keep an eye out for deals and rebates.

The other major thing you can do to save money on cell phone plans initially is to ask in-store representatives about special offers and deals. They make commission on sales, not monthly payment plans, so they are usually ready to help you find ways you can get discounts on your monthly cell phone plans.

The true cell phone strategist will make sure to stay in tune with both of these things - cell phone sales and rebates, and cell phone plan discounts. You can save a lot of money on the front end and every month after that, if you ask questions, compare costs and see what types of plans fit your needs best. A business is only as good as its customers, so take advantage of your deals and don't let yourself be duped.