Movies/TV/CABLE INTERNET/Sport Shows/VIDEOS
"If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world." — J.R.R. Tolkien
" I cut the cable cord more than a year ago and am sorry I didn’t do it sooner. I also canceled all the streaming services I was paying for. This added up to thousands of dollars a year. Now, I use an antenna and free streaming services. I have more content now that I actually watch than I did before. Most of the cable channels that were included in my package offered nothing that interested me, and I never watched them." Clark Howard
TV:
Tips:
get your local channels using an over the air antenna
Supplement the antenna with cheap Internet programming like Netflix or Hulu
Look for discounts on your current plan: Check if your provider is offering any promotions or discounts on your current plan. You can also negotiate with your provider to get a better deal. If keeping a pay TV subscription... do a comparison shopping.. call all of them ask them for their best offer in writing or look for best offers in the mail or online...then call the cancellation department ... ask for supervisor and ask for the better deal
Minimize equipment: If you have multiple TVs in your home, consider using fewer set-top boxes or DVRs. You can also return any unused equipment to your provider to save money.
get a Roku which is a streaming player and give you access to a huge choice or online programming. You can also try Amazon Fire
Make a list of all the TV channels you watch on regular basis and find an Internet delivered pay programming that has all or most of your favorite channels by checking Clark.com (see below)
Bundle services: Consider bundling your TV, internet, and phone services with one provider. This can help you save money on your monthly bill or do the opposite..
Do not bundle in one package your TV, home phone and Internet. You end up stuck with a 1-2 year contract unable to negotiate better deals for each service when they come up.
Downsize your plan: Evaluate your current TV package and see if you can downgrade to a lower-tier package that still meets your needs.
Switch providers: If you’re not happy with your current provider, consider switching to a new one that offers better rates or promotions.
Stream your TV: Consider streaming TV shows and movies online instead of paying for cable or satellite TV. There are many streaming services available, such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video.
Try FREE ad-supported streaming services: Hoopla and Kanopy (using public library card), Amazon IMDbTV (for older movies and TV shows), PlutoTV, Roku channel (using a roku streaming player), Sony Crackle Plus, SnagFilms, Tubi, Vudu(look for selection of free movies),YouTube (look for the free to watch section)
Cancel your cable (or satellite TV) subscriptions in order to save money now that Web sites such as www.Hulu.com are making it possible to watch movies and TV shows in their entirety for free.
Looking for a replacement for pay TV... try Sling TV. They have different packages . You can also use a Roku | Streaming TV & Media Player
or a smart TV using the above.
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Antenna Man: Here you'll find tons of videos related to antennas and cord cutting. In addition to his YouTube channel, he offers an antenna recommendation service on his website. There he takes a look at your current setup and make a recommendation on how to get the most free channels possible based on his experience installing antennas in four TV markets. Definitely consider it if you are serious about cutting the cord and want the best antenna for your location.
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Locast: Locast is a not-for-profit service offering users access to broadcast television stations over the internet. They e stream the signal over the Internet to select US cities. Trying to help broadcasters reach people just like you over the internet. You will get the local channels free via streaming... check if it is available in your city.
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Free channels include The Roku Channel, YouTube, The CW, CBS News, PBS Kids, iHeartRadio, and more with commercials. Plus, new Roku players and Roku TVs come with a variety of free trials to subscription channels, so you can check them out before you buy.
Locast: Locast is a not-for-profit service offering users access to broadcast television stations over the internet. They stream the signal over the Internet to select US cities. They are trying to help broadcasters reach people just like you over the internet. They offer for a donation local channels for free.
directv now is a live TV streaming app service from AT&T. They have four package options, and their monthly subscription is cheaper than the average cable/satellite TV service. Also, it has no contract, so you can subscribe month-to-month
Check if your address can get channels using a local TV antenna using TV Fool. Also use AntennaWeb.org to explore your television viewing options. Its Cord-Cutting Guide helps you evaluate alternatives to cable or satellite subscriptions. Discover how many FREE channels are available from your local broadcasters. AntennaWeb also helps you choose the antenna that matches your viewing preferences.Click here to find out more.
For FREE local, cable and satellite television schedules, visit TitanTV.com.
Buying a TV? Per Clark Howard is better to buy an unknown name TV... they are all reliable and the cheapest
CABLE AND INTERNET:
TIPS
Reduce your internet speed: If you don’t need high-speed internet, consider downgrading to a lower speed plan. This can help you save money on your monthly bill
Buy your own modem and router: Instead of renting a modem and router from your provider, consider purchasing your own. This can help you save money in the long run
Negotiate your monthly bill with customer service or ask for discounts: You may be able to negotiate a lower monthly bill by contacting customer service and asking for discounts or promotions .Ask for a discount. Call during a weekday. Turn down the first offers to see what else they have. Tell them there is a better deal from a competitor and you are thinking of leaving or cutting your TV or phone service. Ask for confirmation in writing.
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QUOTES:
"I went to my local cable company’s office to request information be updated. While they were doing that, the saleswoman gave me a new ‘deal’ which reduces my monthly charge by $40! That’s $480 a year in ’savings.' The deal was not advertised, but because I went in, she offered it to me. No change in services, either. Note: I had talked with the company on the phone, but only when I went in was I offered the new contract. So always ask if there are better arrangements/prices for your services. As a rule of thumb, I’ve found that cable companies often have specials, unadvertised, but they will show them to you if you ask. So do ask every year or so. Sometimes going in to an office in person is the best way to get a better deal. My 15 minutes spent were definitely worth the money." Marilyn from Dollar Stretcher Tips
MOVIES/VIDEOS:
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Find blockbuster movies at the library
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You can also buy movie tickets in bulk at AAA, Costco, Sam’s Club or join the movie club card at your favorite theater and you could earn complimentary tickets and other discounts.
Atom ~ Movies, Showtimes, Buy Tickets & More Atom is a new movie ticketing app and website that makes going to the movies easy again. Atom has simplified everything from finding the movie you want to see, to coordinating with friends, to buying concessions. Atom is movie-going for the twenty-first century.With Atom, you can browse showtimes for movies in your area, get friends on the same page about what movie to see, organize a night out at the movies, and skip the lines by purchasing tickets and preordering your concessions.
If you like to go to the movies a lot … purchase movie tickets is bulk (50 minimum) from Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theaters by going to Discount ticketts . Prices can go as cheap as $8 per ticket. You can buy one batch and split it with neighbors, friends and family.
www.starz.com offers unlimited movie downloads
www.half.com you can buy and sell previously owned movies.There is no fee to list the items but the company takes a commission on every completed sales.
Type a movie you like at www.liveplasma.com and you’ll get suggestions for other similar style films.
RedBox has more than 10,000 kiosk nationwide which dispenses recently released DVD’s for $1 per night. To find a kiosk near you go to www.redbox.com. You can also rent movies on demand.
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SPORTS:
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ENTERTAINMENT:
Buy a local entertainment book for $25 at www.entertainment.com which is loaded with coupons for about $5-$2 off for your favorite eateries as well as stores, half price movie tickets and sporting events
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www.stubhub.com is a website that offers tickets to sports games and live shows by fans who buy the tickets and cannot make it to the event. All tickets are guarantee.
If there is a show you must see go to www.seatquest.com . Plug in the event, the number of seats you want and your price range and the site will produce a seating chart showing what’s available from a variety of secondary sources. Prices will vary depending on who’s selling and you might find a bargain.
Brown Paper Tickets you will find cheap or free tickets to different events in your area
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Avoid events junk fees by
Buying at the box office directly instead of online
buying the day of the event