nope haven't had a land-line since I got married and moved from my parents house. There is no need for one our cell phone plan has more minutes then we use already.
No, we haven't had a landline since 2002. I'm almost 50, so was one of the first of my friends to eliminate it.
I don't quite understand why some people have commented that they keep theirs for 911. I've had to call 911 a couple times and have always been able to do so with my cell.
We do not have a landline since my wife and I both have cell phones with free night and weekend minutes. We work during the day so we have no need to have a landline at home.
Thanks for adding to the list of places to take coins. The closest casino to me is a few hours away but I'll check it out if I happen to be in the area.
Thanks for sharing your story. I figured most banks wouldn't put loads of effort into verifying amounts (that's what the machines are for) but I hadn't considered major machine glitches -- so it does pay to know how much you are depositing, even if it is time-consuming to count.
Yes, we have a landline to make sure we're reachable when at home where we may not hear cell phones or our reception is poor. Also I want an easy way for any babysitter to call us or 911 without worrying about how much battery their cell phone has.
We have a bundle with internet through a local provider that is really very reasonable and includes long distance so I don't have to use minutes to call back east.
I have not had a land line for at least 8 years maybe longer. But since I got married and my husband's daughter lives in Canada I'm thinking of getting a land line just to make international calls to Canada. Cell phone calls are expensive to Canada.
First generation Irish American here. I've learned all these lessons. Some didn't stick at first but I live by all of them now.
My peers think I'm crazy for not having a credit card. An added bonus of cash is seeing it disappear as you hand it over. And if you don't have enough on you, you really start to doubt the need for that expensive item.
One thing I would add is to buy used and if you have to buy new, don't buy into fads.
Used to have, it was cheaper to take phone+DSL than DSL itself. But never hooked up the phone. Now, no longer have it. Mobile phone only for all needs + Google Voice
We do still have a landline, and don't plan on getting rid of it. Yes, we have cell phones, but we live in a rural area where cell reception can be spotty. I am home alone with 4 children all night long (hubbys works 3rd shift) so I like having the landline for 911 calls, and use the cell phone as a back up. We also have DSL that requires me to keep the landline. I honestly use the landline MORE for phone conversations because most of my family and friends live locally. Same with my younger kids classmates, my son can call his friend and talk for 2 hours and it doesn't cost me any extra. I pay $28/month for a landline w/caller id # only. No other fancy features, just a good old phone!
Yes, we still feel like it's good for emergencies. We have an old-style phone that does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet to work. It only costs about $25 a month for me to have the landline service (includes voice mail). There may also be a sentimental attachment - I have had the same phone number since 1993, when I moved to this town that I love.
I haven't had a land line for about 7 years now. There's no way I'll ever go back, with the convenience of cell lines. Also, having the unique ability to slowly wear down a customer service rep, I have a pretty cheap monthly price, so it makes it even better!
Yes, I have one. 1. we still don't know whether cell phones can cause brain cancer (with the jury still out, do you really want to risk it?), 2. if the electricity goes out, it still works (yes, cell phones work but what about recharging?), 3. cell service isn't always great. If would save money if I didn't have one, but I feel safer with one.
nope haven't had a land-line since I got married and moved from my parents house. There is no need for one our cell phone plan has more minutes then we use already.
No, we haven't had a landline since 2002. I'm almost 50, so was one of the first of my friends to eliminate it.
I don't quite understand why some people have commented that they keep theirs for 911. I've had to call 911 a couple times and have always been able to do so with my cell.
We do not have a landline since my wife and I both have cell phones with free night and weekend minutes. We work during the day so we have no need to have a landline at home.
Ido. I'm disabled and don't go out much so it doesn't really make sense to have a cell phone.
No, I gave it up about five years ago and have never missed it.
Thanks for adding to the list of places to take coins. The closest casino to me is a few hours away but I'll check it out if I happen to be in the area.
Glad to hear you have had good experiences with Commerce. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Thanks for sharing your story. I figured most banks wouldn't put loads of effort into verifying amounts (that's what the machines are for) but I hadn't considered major machine glitches -- so it does pay to know how much you are depositing, even if it is time-consuming to count.
Yes, we have a landline to make sure we're reachable when at home where we may not hear cell phones or our reception is poor. Also I want an easy way for any babysitter to call us or 911 without worrying about how much battery their cell phone has.
We have a bundle with internet through a local provider that is really very reasonable and includes long distance so I don't have to use minutes to call back east.
I really like these comparisons that clearly show how much the annual savings are by giving up little or nothing.
It's simple math, but consumer finance is not rocket science.
Thank you.
Hunter.
Yes, we have a land line for alarm system.
Yes. I'd love to get rid of it, but my husband wants to keep it.
I have not had a land line for at least 8 years maybe longer. But since I got married and my husband's daughter lives in Canada I'm thinking of getting a land line just to make international calls to Canada. Cell phone calls are expensive to Canada.
Absolutely not. With the ubiquity of cell service in pretty much every area I visit/travel to, I cannot see a reason to "double-up" on phone service.
First generation Irish American here. I've learned all these lessons. Some didn't stick at first but I live by all of them now.
My peers think I'm crazy for not having a credit card. An added bonus of cash is seeing it disappear as you hand it over. And if you don't have enough on you, you really start to doubt the need for that expensive item.
One thing I would add is to buy used and if you have to buy new, don't buy into fads.
Used to have, it was cheaper to take phone+DSL than DSL itself. But never hooked up the phone. Now, no longer have it. Mobile phone only for all needs + Google Voice
We do still have a landline, and don't plan on getting rid of it. Yes, we have cell phones, but we live in a rural area where cell reception can be spotty. I am home alone with 4 children all night long (hubbys works 3rd shift) so I like having the landline for 911 calls, and use the cell phone as a back up. We also have DSL that requires me to keep the landline. I honestly use the landline MORE for phone conversations because most of my family and friends live locally. Same with my younger kids classmates, my son can call his friend and talk for 2 hours and it doesn't cost me any extra. I pay $28/month for a landline w/caller id # only. No other fancy features, just a good old phone!
I have a landline. Cell phones are difficult for some people with disabilities to use. I also need it for my dsl line.
yes, for emergencies and when I want to talk to someone with out fear of dropping the call.
We have 1 Beautiful Dog, 6 Goldfish, and many Guppies/Mollies. 8-)
We have a land line because our cell phones don't have great service in our (furnished) basement.
Yes, we still feel like it's good for emergencies. We have an old-style phone that does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet to work. It only costs about $25 a month for me to have the landline service (includes voice mail). There may also be a sentimental attachment - I have had the same phone number since 1993, when I moved to this town that I love.
I haven't had a land line for about 7 years now. There's no way I'll ever go back, with the convenience of cell lines. Also, having the unique ability to slowly wear down a customer service rep, I have a pretty cheap monthly price, so it makes it even better!
Yes, I have one. 1. we still don't know whether cell phones can cause brain cancer (with the jury still out, do you really want to risk it?), 2. if the electricity goes out, it still works (yes, cell phones work but what about recharging?), 3. cell service isn't always great. If would save money if I didn't have one, but I feel safer with one.
We still have a landline. Teens & husband have cell phones, but I do not and I work at home, so the landline is a necessity for me.