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- 7. Say no to dynamic currency conversion
- Making the call
- How do you pick between the Chase Freedom Flex℠ and the Chase Freedom Unlimited®?
- What affects your credit score?
- Ready to get started?
- Zelle: Fastest (tie with Google Pay)
- How to invest in tech stocks
- Some helpful links from the IRS
- 4. Fund your online bank account
- 7 steps to appeal your financial aid
- More ways to take charge of your budget
- The importance of tax withholding
- Discounts
- 4. Balance transfer and cash advance options are pricey, too
- Moving forward
- Alternatives to non-QM loans
- 5. Convenient features can save you time and money
- What's next?
- Debt
- If you decide to negotiate the penalty
- Multicurrency accounts: Another option
- The bottom line
- 4. You could earn interest on your points
- SeatSpy subscription tiers and prices
- 5. Automatic seat belts
- Cash App
- Build your credit before car shopping
- How different airlines handle fuel surcharges
- How did we determine the value of Alaska miles?
- What's not covered
- 4. Instagram
- What index funds and ETFs have in common
- 2. Ask for higher credit limits
- Other considerations to determine your down payment
- How to sign up for Instacart
- Flight diversions
- 9 high-dividend stocks
- Should you make payments during the extension?
- Step 4: Gather loan documents
- How to send (and receive) money with Apple Pay and Apple Cash
- Dropping your life insurance
- How did we determine the value of American miles?
- How to make sure you don't miss out
- No-closing-cost mortgages
- What else you need to know
- Ways to get the best home equity loan rates
- Capital gains tax rules and considerations
- Do adjust the price or approach as needed
- Consult your payment processor
- Shop around to find the best personal loan
- Pros and cons of a 401(k) rollover into an IRA
- When to get a CD
- Use alternative transportation temporarily
- Xoom: Best for fast delivery, great web experience
- 4. Access to a dedicated concierge
- State child tax credits
- Long-term CDs (4-5 years)
- How much life insurance should I buy?
- 4. You're locked into refueling at Shell
- Is a robo-advisor a fiduciary?
- Become a marijuana stock investor
- Why the U.S. Bank Cash+ Card might be for you
- 12. Take out a personal loan
- More about New York Life
- 4. Seek help through debt relief
- Keep your options open
- 12. Sleep in the woods
- Do I have to pay Illinois state income tax?
- 5. Pay off capitalized interest
- Petal® 2 "Cash Back, No Fees" Visa® Credit Card
- Step 3: Compare health plan networks
- Premium checking accounts
- How to increase your pre-qualification amount
- Airline loyalty programs
- Close your old account, if needed
- What does a shared equity agreement cost?
- Mining and environmental impact of Bitcoin vs. Ethereum
- Which card (or cards) should you get?
- About the Citi ThankYou point transfer partners
- Other tips for managing your bill
- Can I stop medical bills from affecting my credit?
- How much can you borrow?
- Customer experience
- Where to find your card’s minimum
- The Department of Education is implementing income-driven repayment fixes
- Am I a resident for New York state income tax purposes?
- Learn more about cash value life insurance
- Additional costs for international wires
- Fingerhut FreshStart Installment Loan issued by WebBank
- 5. Opt for economy cars
- Learn more
- Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card rental car insurance, recapped
- State tax department phone numbers
- Consider the costs of cashing out your 401(k)
- Why some cars cost more to insure
- 5. You're overwhelmed with debt
- How long will it take to rebuild my credit?
- Appraisal gap coverage limits your exposure
- How income tax brackets work
- Goodbudget, for hands-on envelope budgeting
- Credit card spending still has many positives
- 8. Research your card’s travel protections
- PayPal Cashback Mastercard®
- 3. Home equity loan or line of credit
- How to get a good credit score
- What are the best index funds?
- 4. Cardholders enjoy exclusive benefits and discounts
- Ways to get the best USDA mortgage rates
- 2023 state tax rates and brackets
- 3 tips to control central air conditioning installation costs
- How to get IHG Ambassador status
- Roth 401(k) vs. traditional 401(k)
- Example of a put option
- Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card
- Make your own 'Airbnb credit card'
- Upsides of tendering on a cruise ship
- 7. Self-directed IRA
- 5. Think twice about occasional deferred interest offers
- How secure is PayPal?
- Downsizing to a cheaper car
- The bottom line
- Refinancing a mortgage, step by step
- Your car loan can help you build better credit
- Chase Freedom Unlimited®
- Credit unions and banks that don’t require Social Security numbers to open an account
- 4. Check your credit reports after 30 days to make sure the change was made
- LLC vs. sole proprietorship: Legal protection
- Trupanion coverage options
- Ways to get a good deal on Vrbo
- Writing call options vs. writing put options
- Start taking Instacart jobs
- 13. Rent out a room
- Cashier’s check vs. certified check vs. money order
- 13. Gaze at the stars
- Best for member satisfaction: Kaiser Permanente
- Am I a resident for California state tax purposes?
- What if I can’t find my amended return status?
- Average annual rate for 35-year-olds, by company
- 7 ways to reduce your 401(k) taxes
- Alternatives to term and whole life insurance
- How much does credit life insurance cost?
- How to use a Hyatt free night award
- If your cat is an emotional support animal
- How to open a CD
- Federal student loan consolidation
- When undervalued stocks become popular
- 5. It offers some extra perks
- Why you might want the Discover it® Cash Back
- Find the best HELOC lender for you
- Limitations of using SeatSpy
- Child tax credit vs. child and dependent care credit
- 6. You may score a free massage
- 4 tax moves to consider before the next tax deadline
- Will Parent PLUS loans qualify?
- Modular homes
- Best large insurance company: American Family
- 5. The APR is sky-high
- Other ways to build credit
- What to know about LendUp
- What would you do differently to pay off your debt?
- What to look for in a balance transfer card
- How to freeze your child’s credit
- Factors that don’t affect your credit scores
- 7. Your travel card may already include travel insurance benefits
- If you're considering booking a rental car with your American Airlines card
- How to redeem ANA Mileage Club miles
- Getting the most from your pre-qualification limit
- Looking for value with less fuss? Go with the Chase Freedom Unlimited®
- How to invest in FAANG stocks
- Average cost of car insurance by company
- Can’t do a mega backdoor Roth? That’s OK
- If wage garnishment is a financial burden
- FamZoo Prepaid Card
- How much can you borrow with a home equity loan?
- Speak with an agent
- 5. MoneyLion: Best for existing customers
- Consumer complaints
- The bottom line
- How to work with your servicer
- ESG investing examples
- Pros and cons of disputing by mail
- How to apply for income-driven repayment
- The complete list of dividend aristocrats
- Other possible outcomes
- Other ways to cut wire-transfer costs
- What’s the filing deadline for my Virginia state income tax bill?
- 4. Citibank: $1.04 trillion
- Bottom line: Is hiring a financial coach worth it?
- Watch out for IRS phone scams
- What else to consider
- 5. LinkedIn
- Other performance metrics
- 14. Listen to music
- Why you might pass on the Apple Card
- Are these the best dividend stocks?
- 6. Stick to the standard repayment plan
- 9. Use your card to access airport lounges
- Additional resources for veteran entrepreneurs
- Need more auto liability insurance? Grab an umbrella
- The drawbacks of whole life insurance as an investment
- How did we determine the value of Capital One miles?
- The bottom line
- 5. Both cards offer a 0% intro APR
- Alternative options for selling your car online
- Should you pay your mortgage with a credit card?
- Resources for budding entrepreneurs
- Hilton elite status perks
- CD vs. savings account
- Memberships
- 5. Purchase protection and extended warranty
- What is the credit for other dependents?
- 7 tips for starting a fitness business
- LLC vs. sole proprietorship: Paperwork and compliance
- Were there any surprises? Would you have done anything differently?
- Closing costs for the buyer
- What's next?
- Cheapest car insurance after a speeding ticket: State Farm
- Married, filing separately
- Step 5: Submit your application and get funded
- Apple Cash and Apple Pay details at a glance
- Google Pay: Fastest (tie with Zelle)
- Seller-paid closing costs
- Economy class travel tips
- Consumer experience
- What happens if I withdraw a CD early?
- Top pick for Uber Eats
- Signs you don't need a car
- Tips for flight day
- It's best to pay more than the minimum
- 6. Stick to one driver
- How has the experience changed you?
- 3. Become an authorized user
- How do Instacart shoppers get paid?
- Focus on what matters
- 14. Moonlight as a dog sitter
- How to improve your credit
- 15. Make some music
- Am I a resident for Illinois state income tax purposes?
- Sharing a Prime membership Using Amazon Household
- When to get both
- Average annual rate for 35-year-olds, by state
- How repayment of the equity investment works
- Learn more about buying life insurance as a senior
- When to consider Global Entry instead
- What to expect if you sell your car online
- PayPal vs. Venmo and Cash App
- Types of ESG investments
- Positive features to keep in mind
- The bottom line
- History of the child tax credit
- Will my servicer know if I qualify?
- How much do life insurance policies cost?
- I bonds and taxes
- How to save on car insurance
- Prepaid cell phone plans with limited data
- How can I avoid cashier's check fraud?
- Which card should you get?
- Start planning for repayment now
- Is solar panel installation right for your home?
- Upgrade Cash Rewards Visa®
- What's next?
- Are interest rates fixed on savings and checking accounts?
- Apple Cash and Apple Pay vs. Venmo and PayPal
- Home equity loan requirements
- What term length should you get?
- Money market accounts, national average savings rate: 0.59%
- CD vs. bond
- Tips for making money on TikTok
- The bottom line
- 6 things to know about Virginia state income tax
- Build a CD ladder to bridge the gap
- LLC vs. sole proprietorship: Which should you choose?
- Best for poor credit
- Learn more about sector ETFs:
- 15. Become a rideshare or delivery driver
- When to get a credit freeze
- How to dispute a low claim settlement
- What advice would you give for buying a home in Atlanta?
- Using your credit card for rental car coverage
- The most reliable airline of 2022
- Finding a car you can afford
- 16. Make something
- 7. Use 'found' money
- If you're wondering what to do with your mail while on vacation …
- How long does it take to get pre-qualified for a mortgage?
- SoFi Credit Card
- Commonly asked questions about credit scores
- Found the perfect small business for sale? Here are the next steps
- What is the required down payment for a construction loan?
- Exclusive invitation: IHG Royal Ambassador Status
- Can you cancel credit life insurance?
- Current HELOC rates
- Can you buy United Premier qualifying points?
- MoneyGram: Best for fast delivery, in-person transfers
- 5. U.S. Bank: $573 billion
- PayPal
- If you want to visit an airport lounge in JFK's Terminal 5
- Credit cards and elite status can improve your overall experience
- IRA contribution limits in 2023
- Colorado sales tax
- How is being debt-free different?
- How to find a balance transfer credit card
- What is a marginal tax rate?
- Step 4: Compare out-of-pocket costs
- U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature® Card
- Corporate grants for nonprofits
- What’s next, a 2% standard?
- What to expect on Lufthansa first class
- Risk vs. return in options trading
- If you're considering transferring Citi ThankYou points …
- Tips for cruise ship tendering
- 6. SoLo Funds: Best for peer-to-peer cash advances
- Paying for a car purchased from a private seller
- Off-Strip hotels without resort fees
- How to earn more interest in a savings account
- Cheaper ways to send money
- Other ways to sell clothes online
- Alternatives to a Fingerhut credit account
- Potential tie-breakers
- 7. Use your own insurance
- 16. Cut your insurance premiums
- How can I check and monitor my credit?
- Recap: How to get a cashier's check
- 17. Learn a new skill
- Illinois state sales tax
- Could I lose my money in a checking or savings account if the bank fails?
- How much does car liability insurance cost?
- Willing to spend time to maximize rewards? Go with the Chase Freedom Flex℠
- Rover vs. Wag: Which dog-walking app should I choose?
- Greenlight Prepaid Mastercard
- How to avoid, reduce or minimize capital gains taxes
- Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card
- What to do if your catalytic converter is stolen
- Alternatives to VGLI
- Where Farmers stands out
- Types of CD strategies
- Can’t afford income-driven repayment?
- Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards credit card
- Restrictions and waiting periods
- Cons of a credit freeze
- Advice for first-time home buyers
- The bottom line
- Credit cards that earn Chase Ultimate Rewards®
- Cheapest car insurance after an accident: State Farm
- Is Amazon Prime worth it?
- If you're choosing between the passport card and passport book
- 4. 401(k) loan
- Are home equity loans a good idea?
- How much interest will you earn on a CD?
- Airline pet policies
- Where to mail your dispute letter
- Taking your own passport photo, recapped
- How to consolidate federal loans
- What if I had delinquencies or a student loan in default?
- 5 things to know about Colorado income tax
- Cards with primary coverage
- How to tackle your own debt
- EveryDollar, for simple zero-based budgeting
- 18. Exercise
- Where to get a home equity sharing agreement
- PayPal: Most popular online
- If you don't want to pay to get or renew TSA PreCheck
- Marriotts near Allegiant Stadium
- How to set up PayPal
- Which is the best status for you?
- Building generational wealth
- How to get into a lower tax bracket and pay a lower federal income tax rate
- U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature® Card
- Buying rental car insurance on your own
- Single
- Should I have my checking and savings accounts at the same bank?
- Extra fees
- Average annual rate for drivers with a DUI, by company
- Home shopping tips
- The bottom line
- Summary: 2021 TDHCA first-time home buyer programs
- Where Farmers falls short
- Getting the best HELOC rate
- Find the Hyatt that's best for you
- 8. Forgo the extras
- Discounts
- Should you try options trading?
- 4. Pay bills on time
- 17. Consolidate your debt
- Credit freeze or credit lock?
- Methodology
- 19. Have a potluck
- Best for low-cost plan availability: Humana
- Discover it® Secured Credit Card
- Cards that earn American Express Membership Rewards points
- Who can sign up for the new IDR?
- The bottom line
- Should I get The Platinum Card® from American Express?
- How to calculate CD interest
- ESG investing: How to get started
- How to sell clothes online
- Is SeatSpy worth it?
- How does this fit in with other student debt relief?
- Best for loyal customers: Nationwide
- Average car insurance costs after an at-fault accident
- Final thoughts on Turkish Airlines economy class
- How to choose a construction loan lender
- 7. Klover: Best for no-fee advances
- If you’re considering Emerald Club
- The difference between interest rate and APY
- What are CD rates right now?
- United's PQF and PQP requirements in 2023
- 6. PNC Bank: $533 billion
- I bonds: A low-risk investing strategy
- Consumer experience
- American Express add-on coverage
- Cell phone plans for international use
- 20. Do something productive
- California state sales tax rates
- The benefits of direct deposit
- Average annual rate for drivers with a DUI, by state
- Farmers vs. competitors
- Top pick for Amazon’s food delivery services
- Tax-filing resources
- Which card is for you?
- 18. Refinance your student loans
- Fidelity® Rewards Visa Signature® Card
- Why not both?
- Walmart MoneyCard
- Is getting a HELOC a good idea?
- 11 ways to prevent identity theft
- Western Union: Best for in-person transfers, destination countries not offered by other providers
- 9. Price out prepaid gas
- Who can access frozen credit reports?
- Tax tools
- 21. Host a yard sale
- Cheapest car insurance after a DUI: State Farm
- Consider all your options
- How to get maximum value from Hyatt free night awards
- What is New York City's tax rate?
- Final thoughts on earning United PQPs
- U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card
- If you’re considering an upgrade to Delta Comfort Plus
- Compare top-rated life insurance companies
- 19. Change your cell phone plan
- What is California's standard deduction?
- Are paid surveys worth it?
- Should I choose a home equity loan, HELOC, or cash-out refinance?
- What are promotional CD rates?
- Which card should you get?
- Google Pay
- How to open an IRA
- Frequently asked questions
- It pays to know
- More tax articles
- 22. Engage with your community
- Walmart2Walmart: Best for nonbank transfers
- The options buyer-seller relationship
- United℠ Explorer Card
- 10. Walk or ride
- 7. Truist Bank: $532 billion
- Final thoughts on fuel surcharges
- Should you buy I bonds?
- Avoid risky loans
- Mission Lane Visa® Credit Card
- 6 things to know about California state tax
- 5. Debt management plan
- More resources
- 8. Chime: Best for overdraft protection
- How do CD rates work?
- Completing the purchase of a car from a private seller
- How the FDIC calculates national rates
- You have several little-known car rental options
- American Airlines flight credits
- 5. Dispute credit report errors
- Empower Personal Wealth, for tracking wealth and spending
- Step 5: Compare benefits
- Why you need to know your business tax ID number
- Other Las Vegas Marriott options
- Disadvantages of a home equity line of credit
- Trupanion vs. competitors
- So, is Vrbo legit?
- Benefits and drawbacks of forming an LLC in California
- What's next?
- In-flight experience
- More about whole life insurance
- The bottom line
- When will CD rates go up?
- How to get resort fees waived
- Find the best life insurance policy for you
- 2021 tax brackets
- Consulting niches to consider
- How ANA elite status works
- What's next
- Types of FHA loans
- Average annual rate for drivers with poor credit, by company
- Final thoughts on Hilton Diamond vs. Gold
- Cheapest auto insurance for poor credit: Geico
- U.S. Bank Shopper Cash Rewards™ Visa Signature® Card
- Best stocks for beginners
- Cruise ship tendering, recapped
- Summary of cash advance apps
- Top pick for Instacart
- What is no-exam life insurance?
- What to know if you take online surveys
- Tax brackets and rates for 2012-2020
- 2019 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2018 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2017 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2016 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2015 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2014 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2013 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- 2012 Federal Income Tax Brackets
- The bottom line: Do you need rental car insurance?
- Is Farmers home insurance right for you?
- 6 things to know about New York state income tax
- First-time home buyer programs near Florida
- 8. Goldman Sachs: $438 billion
- The bottom line on investing for beginners
- Best for accident forgiveness: Progressive
- How to buy I bonds
- More resources
- Best of the Blues: Highmark
- How to find and get grants for nonprofits
- Bank wire transfer: Best for sending $10,000 or more within the U.S.
- Low-fee alternatives to prepaid cards
- Pros and cons of loan apps
- When to pay the resort fee
- Other ways to earn money
- How to know if you purchased refundable American Airlines tickets or not
- Payment methods accepted at Costco
- Understanding life insurance quotes
- Prosper® Card
- Average car insurance costs for good and poor credit
- The bottom line
- Other home insurance companies to consider
- Should you buy stocks or bonds?
- How to choose among the best ways to send money internationally
- A final thought
- Import transactions into QuickBooks from Excel
- Average annual rate for drivers with poor credit, by state
- How to find another company's EIN
- The bottom line
- National first-time home buyer programs to consider
- Bottom line on forming an LLC in California
- Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
- SoFi Credit Card
- Alternatives to no medical exam life insurance
- Apple Pay Cash
- 6. Deal with collections accounts
- Quick start guide: How to invest in index funds
- The bottom line on investing in stocks
- If you’re heading to Las Vegas
- 9. TD Bank: $405 billion
- Other cash-back apps to consider
- PocketGuard, for a simplified budgeting snapshot
- Summary: How to choose health insurance
- Setting up direct deposit for your employees
- Home purchasing tips
- How a HELOC affects your credit score
- How long does it take to have the dispute resolved?
- More about top-rated life insurance companies
- Final thoughts on American Airlines refunds
- Other options
- Asiana vs. Korean Air, recapped
- Best ways to make international money transfers
- Alternatives for the best life insurance for kids
- Capital One QuicksilverOne Cash Rewards Credit Card
- Using free night certificates
- The upside down: When debt and equity roles reverse
- The bottom line
- Closing costs for the seller
- Cheapest car insurance for young drivers
- Alternatives to small-business grants for veterans
- FHA loan limits
- Best prepaid debit cards: Summary
- Alternatives to the best whole life insurance
- What to do if you can’t keep up with your HELOC payments
- Other ways to dispute your credit report
- More about buying life insurance with a health condition
- 10. Capital One: $388 billion
- Definitions: Money Transfer Rates
- General advice for international money transfers
- Student loan repayment programs in Tennessee
- More about top-rated life insurance companies
- Do I need additional travel insurance?
- More tips
- The bottom line
- How to shop for Medicare Advantage plans
- Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card
- MoneyGram: Cheapest for bank-to-bank transfers
- What are prepaid debit cards?
- Is it better to get a home equity loan or line of credit?
- Top pick for meal kits
- Best for having few customer complaints: Country Financial
- 7. Use a secured credit card
- Average annual rate for drivers with an accident, by company
- Other notable options
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- More about whole life insurance
- Social media money transfers
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- Average car insurance costs after a DUI
- Financial aid for undocumented students in Tennessee
- Capital One Platinum Credit Card
- Honeydue, for budgeting with a partner
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- How to save on startup costs
- Xoom: Fastest
- 8. Get credit for rent and utility payments
- Citi® Double Cash Card
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- Pros and cons of FHA loans
- How to compare car insurance quotes
- More about top-rated life insurance companies
- Cards with travel insurance, recapped
- How to change or cancel an EIN
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- AvantCard Credit Card
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- Target REDcard™ Credit Card
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- The bottom line
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- 9. Add to your credit mix
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- How to choose an insurance company
- What happens when you report identity theft?
- 18. BMO: $163 billion
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- Compare car insurance companies
- 19. Regions Bank: $160 billion
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Affordable unlimited plans for the average user
Data usage on smartphones is expected to grow to a global average of 19 gigabytes per month in 2023, according to a study by communication technology company Ericsson
AT&T
Plan: Value Plus Plan.
Price (monthly): $50 with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk, text and data; 5G network access.
Things to know: There’s no hot spot on this postpaid plan. Video streaming is limited to standard definition (480p). Data may be temporarily slowed when the network is busy.
Boost
Plan: Boost Unlimited.
Price (monthly): $50.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and texts; 5G network access; 35GB high-speed data per month, then speeds are slowed.
Things to know: This prepaid plan comes with 12GB per month of mobile hot-spot data, but video streaming is limited to standard definition.
Verizon
Plan: Unlimited prepaid.
Price (monthly): $50 with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk, text and data; 5G network access. (Data may be slowed during heavy traffic periods.)
Things to know: It’s a prepaid plan, so the perks are scarce, but you’ll get 5GB of regular-speed hot-spot data to use.
Cell phone plans for families
Family plans — multiple lines bundled under one primary account holder — can cut the cost per line considerably. We used a family of four as our model to find good family plans.
AT&T
Plan: Unlimited Starter.
Price (monthly): $35 per line for four lines with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk, text and data; 5G network access plus 3GB of mobile hot-spot data per line per month.
Things to know: Video streaming is standard definition on this plan.
T-Mobile
Plan: T-Mobile Essentials.
Price (monthly, four lines): $105 with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk, text and data; 5G network access; 50GB of premium data plus basic hot-spot access.
Things to know: The plan comes with a year of the Paramount+ streaming service. Mobile hot spot is capped at 3G speeds.
Verizon
Plan: 5G Start.
Price (monthly): $25 per line for four lines with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk, text and data; 5G network access; 5GB of premium mobile hot-spot data.
Things to know: This plan includes six months of Disney+, Discovery+, Apple Music and a choice of Apple Arcade or Google Play Pass at no charge. Cancel entertainment subscriptions after the introductory period to avoid charges.
Basic cell phone plans
Do you miss the good old days, when cell phone plans were simpler? If you want a basic plan with low or no data, these are good options.
U.S. Mobile
Plan: Build your own plan; limited minutes.
Price (monthly): Starts at $2 for 75 talk minutes, plus selected tier of texts and/or data.
At a glance: You select the usage level with the number of minutes, texts and data you need; 5G network access.
Things to know: Monthly tiers start at $2 for 75 talk minutes, $1.50 for 50 texts and $1.50 for 50MB of data. You can change your plan from month to month.
Ting
Plan: Flex plan.
Price (monthly): $10.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and texts; 5G network access.
Things to know: Flex plan excludes data in the initial cost; you can easily add a gig for $5.
Consumer Cellular
Plan: Talk, text and 1GB of data plan.
Price (monthly): $20 with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and text; 1GB of data; 5G network access.
Things to know: The plan at the next tier comes with 5GB of data for $5 more (with autopay).
Google Fi
Plan: Flexible for 1 plan.
Price (monthly): $20.
At a glance: Unlimited minutes and texts.
Things to know: Unlimited international texting is included; you can add data to your service for $10 per gig.
Prepaid cell phone plans with limited data
Prepaid plans are often cheaper than postpaid plans and let you skip the credit check.
AT&T
Plan: AT&T Prepaid, 16GB 12-month plan.
Price (monthly): $25, but you must prepay for 12 months to get this price, and the $300 prepayment is nonrefundable.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and text; 16GB of high-speed data; 5G network access; 4K UHD streaming.
Things to know: Once 16GB of high-speed data is used within the month, speeds are slowed.
T-Mobile
Plan: T-Mobile Prepaid 10GB plan.
Price (monthly): $40.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and text; 10GB of data at 4G LTE speeds per month.
Things to know: Unlimited music streaming is available through select apps, which doesn’t count toward your data usage.
Verizon
Plan: Verizon Prepaid 15GB plan.
Price (monthly): $35 with autopay discount.
At a glance: Unlimited talk and text; 15GB of data; 5G network access; mobile hot spot.
Things to know: You can add up to 10 devices on a prepaid family account.
Cell phone plans for international use
Want a plan that suits your wanderlust? We scouted out plans that let you use your phone overseas or call abroad from home at reasonable prices.
AT&T
Plan: AT&T International Day Pass.
Price (daily): $10 per day when traveling abroad.
At a glance: The pass lets you use your AT&T plan for talk, text and data while traveling abroad in more than 210 destinations.
Things to know: Once you have signed up, it activates automatically when you travel.
Boost
Plan: International Connect Plus.
Price (monthly): $10 per month on top of plan cost.
At a glance: Unlimited calling to landlines and mobile phones in Mexico and Canada as well as to landlines in 70-plus other countries; 200 minutes to mobile phones in 50-plus countries and reduced minute rates to 200-plus countries; unlimited texting to Mexico, Canada and 200-plus destinations.
Things to know: This feature can be added to Boost’s monthly plans.
T-Mobile
Plan: T-Mobile Magenta.
Price (monthly): $70 with autopay discount.
At a glance: In addition to domestic features, it has unlimited international texting from home, unlimited text and up to 5GB of high-speed data in 11 countries; flat-rate calling of 25 cents per minute in 215-plus countries.
Things to know: The plan also comes with a one-year AAA membership.
METHODOLOGY
We evaluated cell phone plans offered by popular carriers, considering plan prices and overall features. We considered only national carriers, which ruled out regional providers like U.S. Cellular.