Verizon/Phones From Internet Sellers
As I have mentioned here in a few threads - I am just waiting for the new Verizon phones to come out (whether it's one month or three months) to take out a contract.
My Question:
Is there any reason why I shouldn't take out a contract with Wirefly, Let's Talk or any of the other Internet sellers? I see where they have much better deals on phones (vs. Verizon). Also, if one is entitled to a Verizon discount (because of who you work for) - can you still go to an internet seller and then go to Verizon to apply and receive your discount (monthly service)?
Thanks
My Question:
Is there any reason why I shouldn't take out a contract with Wirefly, Let's Talk or any of the other Internet sellers? I see where they have much better deals on phones (vs. Verizon). Also, if one is entitled to a Verizon discount (because of who you work for) - can you still go to an internet seller and then go to Verizon to apply and receive your discount (monthly service)?
Thanks
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You can get your employee discount after you establish service through an indirect agent operating on the internet.
It may take one or two bill cycles before your discount actually appears on the bill. You may have to fax documents into the call center to prove that you work for the company. A clear photocopy of your employee ID or pay stub will be adequate. You can black out the dollar amounts on your pay stub.
My personal opinion about buying a phone online from an indirect agent:
You get what you pay for. It may be a great deal, and the phone is in fact identical to the phone you will get if you buy it directly from VZW. So what's the catch?
Well... technically VZW is not required to honor the warranty if you didn't buy the ph...
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It may take one or two bill cycles before your discount actually appears on the bill. You may have to fax documents into the call center to prove that you work for the company. A clear photocopy of your employee ID or pay stub will be adequate. You can black out the dollar amounts on your pay stub.
My personal opinion about buying a phone online from an indirect agent:
You get what you pay for. It may be a great deal, and the phone is in fact identical to the phone you will get if you buy it directly from VZW. So what's the catch?
Well... technically VZW is not required to honor the warranty if you didn't buy the ph...
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Hey Bear -
I thank you for that comprehensive and well-thought-out response. You make a lot of sense. I presume buying from Verizon online would not fall into the scenerios you portray above and that would be OK? I say that cause I am willing to bet that Verizon online probably would have slightly better prices than going into a local Verizon store.
Thanks again
I thank you for that comprehensive and well-thought-out response. You make a lot of sense. I presume buying from Verizon online would not fall into the scenerios you portray above and that would be OK? I say that cause I am willing to bet that Verizon online probably would have slightly better prices than going into a local Verizon store.
Thanks again
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Buying online from VZW will allow you to deal directly with VZW after the sale.
In general, the VZW website prices are the same as the prices in our retail store and the prices offered by Telesales.
Sometimes you can get an "instant rebate" online, but if you buy it at a store you have to mail in a rebate form. But the bottom line is still the same.
Occasionally there are internet specials that are not available in the stores or over the phone. But this is pretty rare, and it only applies to certain phones.
One more thought: If you qualify for an employee discount, you can get the $15 activation fee waived on a two year contract.
If you activate through the proper channel, it will be automatically waived, and you'll get your ...
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In general, the VZW website prices are the same as the prices in our retail store and the prices offered by Telesales.
Sometimes you can get an "instant rebate" online, but if you buy it at a store you have to mail in a rebate form. But the bottom line is still the same.
Occasionally there are internet specials that are not available in the stores or over the phone. But this is pretty rare, and it only applies to certain phones.
One more thought: If you qualify for an employee discount, you can get the $15 activation fee waived on a two year contract.
If you activate through the proper channel, it will be automatically waived, and you'll get your ...
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Well, you can get a new phone in a year on a two year contract with an early upgrade...
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Bear does bring up alot of good points. Those are a good set of posts.
As I always tell people, do NOT buy a contract over the internet. Buying from a company directly such as Verizon Wireless is fine. You can use the internet that way. You will be provided all the correct terms and agreements.
The internet should only be used to buy parts or CD's, never contractual things. Trust me. I've seen WAY too many people buy from the web and come into my indirect outlet with a broken VZW phone. I can NOT help them at all except answer a few questions. I didn't sell the equipment. I can't touch it. It sucks.
As I always tell people, do NOT buy a contract over the internet. Buying from a company directly such as Verizon Wireless is fine. You can use the internet that way. You will be provided all the correct terms and agreements.
The internet should only be used to buy parts or CD's, never contractual things. Trust me. I've seen WAY too many people buy from the web and come into my indirect outlet with a broken VZW phone. I can NOT help them at all except answer a few questions. I didn't sell the equipment. I can't touch it. It sucks.
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