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- Will this lower my limit?
- Frugal DIY project tips
- Pay with points and cash
- 8. Take a loan from your retirement account
- Contact Hilton customer service through the Hilton app
- What to ask before buying a used iPhone
- 4. Assets and additional applicants
- How to unfreeze your credit
- How to deal with debt collection
- For Medicaid beneficiaries
- 4. American Airlines Flagship Lounge (Terminal 4)
- Questions to ask before applying for a personal loan
- Most popular cash back card reviews
- GreenPath’s debt management plan
- Quarterly category cards
- New-car advantages
- Capital gains tax rates 2023
- Step 3: Choose your lender and loan
- Why the Chase Freedom Flex℠ is better for optimizers
- Consumer complaints
- What is available credit?
- How long will a paid-off account take to show up on your report?
- Taming the temptation to time the markets
- What are British Airways carry-on bag size dimensions?
- 3. Work with your creditors
- What you can do to avoid high rates
- 6. Apply for college grants
- How much car insurance you need
- How did rent get so expensive?
- How to invest in dividend stocks
- How to choose the best savings account
- Benefits of digital wallets
- Average monthly expenses that declined
- Government mortgage programs for refinancing
- RetailMeNot
- Is the Barclaycard CashForward™ World Mastercard® right for you?
- Additional functionality
- Is it a good idea to consolidate credit cards?
- Red flags that you're being scammed
- 3 excuses that keep you from making money investing
- Why did First Republic Bank fail?
- Use rewards points for home-related items
- Do I pay taxes when I cash in savings bonds?
- Consider your get-out-of-debt options
- What auto insurance covers
- How flexible are Alaska miles?
- Do debt consolidation loans hurt your credit score?
- The cons of the Delta loyalty program
- Be ready when the times comes
- 5. It’s one of several ways you can pay for medical expenses
- Best hotel for business and leisure travel: Both
- Will I still be able to make purchases?
- Penalties for getting caught without insurance
- 9. Borrow against life insurance
- Schumer box
- 5. You might not be eligible for the offer
- Additional Medicare Part D companies
- How to choose between term and whole life insurance
- How much to keep in your savings account
- Does Florida have property tax?
- Make the incentives limited-time offers
- 4. Hire a medical bill advocate
- Basic cell phone plans
- What is a prepayment penalty?
- Payment flexibility
- Other cash back card reviews
- 5. Contact the seller or visit a dealership
- 5. Reap extra benefits through American Express
- How did NerdWallet determine the value of Skywards miles?
- Diversifying with index funds
- Is a backdoor Roth IRA worth it?
- 5. Online savings accounts
- Not all investors are confident that socially responsible investing is effective
- Should I take a lump sum payment or annuity payments?
- How the annual gift tax exclusion works
- Remember gift cards can expire
- Is my money safe in a high-interest savings account?
- Consumer experience
- Does pre-qualification affect your credit score?
- What affects your credit score?
- 5. International Hotels Group (IHG)
- Ways to earn money as a teenager
- 6. Confirm the check details and complete the deposit
- 5. Get help with saving for a down payment
- Lower your bills
- Don’t let your emotions get the best of you
- How much should I spend each month?
- Learn how to get around in your destination
- How does a debt consolidation loan work?
- What do closing costs include?
- 3. Empower: Best for fast cash
- 5. You can use loan money only for certain things
- 4. Prepare for day one
- Invoice factoring vs. invoice financing
- Don’t have to file a tax return? There’s a big reason you might want to do it anyway
- How much are Disney Park Hopper tickets?
- Should I contribute to a traditional IRA if I can’t deduct it?
- Driving a Kyte car
- Tips to find cheap flights any day of the week
- Estimating your car payment
- How to claim the 2023 child tax credit
- How to open a Roth IRA in 6 steps
- Does Section 179 cover real estate?
- ID required for benefits
- Mortgage protection insurance vs. term life insurance
- Potential impact of multiple credit cards on your credit scores
- 4. Build up positions gradually
- Will my loans get cancelled?
- Auto rental collision damage waiver
- 4. Make biweekly payments
- Benefits of staying as a World of Hyatt member
- Interest rate
- Bank of America vs. Chase: Certificates of deposit
- Book vacation rentals
- 7 steps to appeal your financial aid
- 10. Use a credit card cash advance
- Big picture: CDs fit in the cash portion of a portfolio
- How do balance transfers work?
- How to buy silver stocks, mutual funds and ETFs
- Discover
- Other great accounts of 2023
- Consumer complaints
- Are home equity loans a good idea?
- How did all this affect your credit?
- Tips to protect yourself
- Use points + cash wisely
- What's the tax filing deadline for my Georgia state income tax bill?
- Is it a good deal?
- 4. Consider a co-signer
- Is it worth it?
- Will this hurt my credit?
- If you have insurance, but no proof
- 7. Keep the check until it's processed
- 6. You might not get approved for as much credit as you need
- 4. It’s a great deal for Ulta salon clients …
- Is it safe to buy a used iPhone?
- But resales alone won’t do enough
- Fly to Hawaii from 12,500 points each way
- Certificates of deposit, national average rate: 1.85% for one-year CDs
- Do debt consolidation loans hurt your credit?
- Pros and cons of a 401(k) rollover into an IRA
- Know discounts, downsides of store-specific cards
- 4. Better cash-back offers exist
- When to get a CD
- How did we determine the value of Alaska miles?
- Step 4: Gather loan documents
- What is the VA loan limit?
- Do the math on high-yield savings
- What happens if you default on an SBA disaster loan?
- Frugal home expenses tips
- How to increase your British Airways checked baggage allowance
- 11. Look for a payday alternative loan
- Get more help with monthly budget planning
- Make more money
- 2. Certificates of deposit
- Watch out for scams
- Consumer experience
- Alternatives to savings accounts
- Next steps: Compare and apply
- Minimum monthly payments for IRS installment plans
- 5. Star Alliance lounge (TBIT)
- 5. See if you qualify for an income-driven hardship plan
- Why did Silicon Valley Bank fail?
- 6. Find out who your servicer is and when payments begin
- Who counts as a qualified care provider?
- Ready to get started?
- What you can do to help minority banks
- 4. Instagram
- What auto insurance won’t cover
- 3. Get disability and life insurance
- How to qualify for a debt consolidation loan
- Step 3: Compare health plan networks
- Buy Medigap Plan G during Medigap open enrollment
- Could we be in an AI bubble?
- New small-business support could be permanent
- Credit limit and your credit score
- 4. VIP Preferred
- How to increase your pre-qualification amount
- How to get a good credit score
- 6. Choice Hotels
- 4. Seek help through debt relief
- Shipping alcohol
- How to give two weeks’ notice
- Sign-up bonus rules
- Do adjust the price or approach as needed
- Why some cars cost more to insure
- Can I open a savings account online?
- When are Florida taxes due?
- Open a travel rewards card
- When debt consolidation isn't worth it
- Tips to qualify for a personal loan
- No-closing-cost mortgages
- 6. Inspect and test-drive the car, if applicable
- Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card
- Returning a Kyte car
- When to expect your child tax credit refund
- What are the best index funds?
- An exception to the rule
- Save money on Allegiant flights as a veteran
- 2023 capital gains tax calculator
- How do I deal with lottery taxes?
- 4. Klarna
- Credit unions and banks that don’t require Social Security numbers to open an account
- Why you might pass on the Apple Card
- What does a shared equity agreement cost?
- 5. Pay off capitalized interest
- Should you choose Bank of America or Chase?
- How to buy physical silver
- 7. The usefulness of a 0% deal depends on your habits
- Where to find financing for small businesses
- Upside
- What are the fees for an IRS payment plan?
- 2024 tax brackets and federal income tax rates
- Customer experience
- Other types of IRAs
- Rebalancing Effects 1926-2009
- Cheap car insurance after an accident by state
- How to open a CD
- What if you don’t qualify for Section 179?
- 6. High-yield checking accounts
- What to do if your W-2 is wrong
- How the lifetime gift tax exclusion works
- Where Safeco stands out
- EveryDollar, for simple zero-based budgeting
- 12. Get a personal loan
- What to look for in a balance transfer card
- What to do if you can’t open a savings account
- How do I grow my home's equity?
- What would you do differently to pay off your debt?
- When to skip the downtown rental
- 6. Try negotiating costs on your own
- 6 things to know about Georgia state tax
- TurboTax's human tax help
- Claiming tax-deductible donations on your tax return
- 5. There’s a path to a credit limit increase
- Is Plan G the best Medicare Supplement Insurance plan?
- The bottom line
- How to prevent SBA loan default
- Will my autopay preferences get updated automatically?
- Getting the most from your pre-qualification limit
- 7. Hyatt
- Don’t be afraid of debt relief
- Rewards program rules
- Contact Hilton customer service by email
- Neobanks vs. online banks
- Loan limits
- How to freeze your child’s credit
- For the uninsured
- Play the peak/off-peak game (harder)
- 4. Dave: Best for repayment flexibility
- TRAVEL CREDIT CARDS
- FAQs
- Kyte pricing
- Warehouse club cards
- What it means for you
- CD vs. savings account
- When is the new IDR plan available?
- 5. Avoid trading overactivity
- Refinancing a VA home loan
- Don’t forget credit card points
- What's next?
- Days in the cycle
- Does silver diversify your portfolio?
- 3. Bonds
- 5. ... But beware the ugly interest rate
- Alternatives to term and whole life insurance
- Where Country Financial stands out
- Fly to Hawaii in business class from 25,000 points each way
- How to apply for a personal loan
- Additional child and dependent care credit requirements
- Alternatives to SBA franchise loans
- Pay with savings to avoid interest
- 5. Find the right lender
- Your W-2 information is not a secret
- Where Safeco falls short
- 6. Stick to the standard repayment plan
- Will I still get statements?
- 13. Rent out a room
- Taking a sip down memory lane
- Hilton elite status perks
- Is Florida a low-tax state?
- Ways to get the best jumbo mortgage rates
- 6. Oneworld business-class lounge (TBIT)
- How has the experience changed you?
- How to find a cheap airport rental car
- 7. Determine which warranties are right for you
- Does Disney Park Hopper include parking?
- 5. LinkedIn
- Consequences of a child tax credit error
- How do Delta SkyMiles compare to other airlines?
- Capital gains tax rates 2024
- Step 5: Submit your application and get funded
- Best uses for a high-interest savings account
- 5. LexisNexis
- Book a cruise (or don’t)
- How to save on car insurance
- Rent vs. inflation
- What types of insurance do construction companies need?
- Set up lounge access
- Summary of medical debt payoff options
- Prepaid cell phone plans with limited data
- The bottom line
- Why did Signature Bank fail?
- Seller-paid closing costs
- CD vs. bond
- Choosing between cards? Rewards and perks might make the difference
- How to get a debt consolidation loan
- Tips for making money on TikTok
- Safeco vs. competitors
- How repayment of the equity investment works
- Whom should I contact for more help?
- 8. Wyndham
- Is two weeks’ notice required?
- Where Country Financial falls short
- Are these the best dividend stocks?
- Where to find the best savings accounts
- Should you pay rent with your credit card?
- How to claim the child and dependent tax credit
- General-purpose travel card reviews
- TurboTax's support options
- It’s possible to get a lower rate after an accident
- Frequently asked questions about W-2 forms
- Roadside dispatch
- Types of VA home loans
- 5. PayPal
- Should you invest in AI stocks?
- How long does it take to get pre-qualified for a mortgage?
- How to find a balance transfer credit card
- USAA member complaints
- Neobanks may work for some
- Using your credit card for rental car coverage
- Government-backed mortgages for home improvements
- Ibotta
- When to get a credit freeze
- Money market accounts, national average savings rate: 0.63%
- How is being debt-free different?
- Things to consider
- What happens if I’m denied?
- Is the Delta miles program right for you?
- Step 4: Compare out-of-pocket costs
- 7. Use 'found' money
- What's next?
- 14. Moonlight as a dog sitter
- 5. Lower your living expenses
- Qualification
- Contacting Hilton customer service recapped
- How do I make changes to an IRS payment plan?
- 5. MoneyLion: Best for existing customers
- Citi Custom Cash® Card
- State child tax credits
- Charitable deductions 2023
- Types of CD strategies
- What is the average and median retirement savings?
- Who can sign up for the new repayment plan?
- Do you pay taxes when you receive a gift?
- How often do savings rates change?
- Colorado sales tax
- Is Country Financial home insurance right for you?
- How much does it cost to insure a construction company?
- Fly to Europe in business class from 60,000 points each way
- 8. Negotiate the best price
- Capital gains tax rules and considerations
- Pros and cons of increasing your credit limit
- The bottom line
- Buy gift cards (or don’t)
- 15. Become a rideshare or delivery driver
- Other fine print
- Hawaiian Airlines seats for elite members
- Find local conforming loan limits
- 7. LAX Centurion Lounge (TBIT)
- How to tackle your own debt
- What’s happening with Silvergate Capital Corp.?
- How to decide if Disney Park Hopper is right for you
- Keep an eye on your credit score
- How many times can you use a VA home loan?
- What can trigger a gift tax return?
- How to buy a hotel franchise
- Empower Personal Dashboard, for tracking wealth and spending
- Other home insurance companies to consider
- Cons of a credit freeze
- Can I apply for an IRS payment plan myself?
- Buy travel insurance
- Bottom line: Is it worth claiming the child and dependent care tax credit?
- How to find cheap car insurance after an accident
- The problem with 'cents off per gallon'
- Child tax credit vs. child and dependent care credit
- Other ways to consolidate your debt
- How to open a high-interest savings account
- Where to get a home equity sharing agreement
- Home shopping tips
- What is the perfect credit score, and how many people have it?
- 16. Cut your insurance premiums
- How much does homeowners insurance cost in California?
- 5 things to know about Colorado income tax
- Which is the best status for you?
- USAA’s spending on care
- Buying rental car insurance on your own
- What happened to Credit Suisse?
- Additional Visa Signature benefits
- Donate your points
- Compare the best savings and money market accounts
- Hawaiian Airlines plane seating chart
- Is Kyte worth it?
- Cards that earn American Express Membership Rewards points
- What is the $500 credit for other dependents (ODC)?
- What are CD rates right now?
- 6. Sezzle
- If you’d like to do Universal Studios Orlando in one day
- Final thoughts on British Airways checked baggage allowance
- Ways kid creators can earn online
- Who is most likely to rent?
- Dosh
- Credit freeze or credit lock?
- Compare car insurance rates by age
- When you’re ready to plan a trip
- Cell phone plans for international use
- How income tax brackets work
- 6. SoLo Funds: Best for peer-to-peer cash advances
- Airline credit card reviews
- 9. Maximize trade-in value, if applicable
- What do these numbers tell?
- Allegiant is the best airline for veterans
- The bottom line
- Is Safeco home insurance right for you?
- If you’re choosing between Hyatt Place and Hyatt House
- The difference between interest rate and APY
- After deciding
- History of the child tax credit
- Benefits you 'may' have
- 3 best cold wallets
- The bottom line
- 17. Consolidate your debt
- Average cost of homeowners insurance in California by city
- Compare the best CD accounts
- More great park experiences in California
- If you’re considering a Marriott credit card ...
- Do insurance rates go up after a no-fault accident?
- Getting the timing right
- Other changes to income-driven repayment in the works
- Which card should you get?
- Other home insurance companies to consider
- Hawaiian Airlines seat selection recapped
- 8. Emirates Lounge (TBIT)
- Are other banks are in trouble?
- How TurboTax compares
- What are promotional CD rates?
- What happens if I can’t open a savings account?
- Consider all your options
- Principles of investment strategies
- Additional benefits
- Other government home loan programs
- Who can access frozen credit reports?
- 10. Make the purchase
- Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card
- What's next?
- 18. Refinance your student loans
- The cheapest home insurance in California
- Rent vs. income
- Compare the best checking accounts
- TurboTax Review: The bottom line
- Gas credit card savings calculator
- What if you spend more than your credit limit?
- 4. Funds
- What type of financing for small businesses should you use?
- Hop through Europe from 12,500 points for two destinations
- Should I take my money out of the bank?
- 7. Klover: Best for no-fee advances
- Hotel credit card reviews
- How to avoid, reduce or minimize capital gains taxes
- Step 5: Compare benefits
- 7. Zip
- Tips for making money as a kid
- 19. Change your cell phone plan
- Receipt Hog
- What's next?
- The bottom line
- PocketGuard, for a simplified budgeting snapshot
- Compare the best banks, credit unions and cash management accounts
- How to get started with Opendoor
- How the FDIC calculates national rates
- 9. American Airlines Admirals Club (Terminal 4)
- Can I keep my car insurance rate from going up after a crash?
- Types of FHA loans
- More resources on investing
- Avoid risky loans
- Third-party ratings
- The bottom line: Do you need rental car insurance?
- Compare car insurance rates for 20-year-olds
- Where to learn more
- What you need to know about California homeowners insurance
- Final thoughts on Hilton Diamond vs. Gold
- Are we in a recession?
- Can't finance before you sell?
- Compare the best bank accounts for students and kids
- When to skip renting through Kyte
- What if you're not eligible?
- Other ways to earn money
- Why does your credit limit matter?
- Credit cards for other travel brands
- Alternative car insurance for high-risk drivers
- USAA Medicare Supplement Insurance service area
- Summary of the best banks and credit unions of 2023
- Alternatives to the best burial insurance
- 8. Chime: Best for overdraft protection
- Rakuten
- Other LAX lounges
- What is a marginal tax rate?
- U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature® Card
- Compare buy now, pay later apps
- More resources
- Disney Park Hopper recapped
- Quick start guide: How to invest in index funds
- National vacancy rates: Homeowner vs. rental
- Are we headed for a depression?
- More about top-rated life insurance companies
- Should you use a buy now, pay later app?
- Other life insurance options for seniors
- USAA Medigap customer service
- The bottom line
- What are the Roth IRA rules?
- Summary: How to choose health insurance
- Home purchasing tips
- Best LAX lounges, recapped
- Marginal tax rate calculator
- Pros and cons of loan apps
- Honeydue, for budgeting with a partner
- OTHER REWARDS CREDIT CARDS
- Other cash-back apps to consider
- FHA loan limits
- More about buying life insurance as a senior
- Compare alternatives
- What is an effective tax rate?
- Shopkick
- Most popular
- How to get into a lower tax bracket and pay a lower federal income tax rate
- Who is Kyte best for?
- CoinOut
- Compare auto insurance rates for 35-year-olds
- Others
- Bilt World Elite Mastercard® Credit Card
- California Department of Insurance
- About USAA
- How to apply for an FHA loan
- More about top-rated life insurance companies
- Swagbucks
- Are cash advance apps payday lenders?
- Looking for more insurance in California?
- Budgeting resources from NerdWallet
- How to save on startup costs
- How to make money from home
- Credit cards do cash back too
- Alternatives to buy now, pay later
- The final word
- Tax brackets and rates for 2012-2022
- Are apps like DailyPay and Payactiv cash advance apps?
- Pros and cons of FHA loans
- How we picked the apps
- BALANCE TRANSFER AND 0% CREDIT CARDS
- 5. Stocks
- Methodology to identify the best budget apps
- Alternatives to cash advance apps
- Other notable options
- 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
- Tax tools
- More tax articles
- Ways to get the best FHA mortgage rates
- Compare car insurance rates for drivers with a DUI
- Major issuers and their policies on instant credit access
- Other ways to earn American Express Membership Rewards points
- Frequently asked questions
- STORE AND RETAILER BRAND CREDIT CARDS
- Advantages and disadvantages of starting a vending machine business
- 6. Alternative investments
- Most popular retailer brand credit cards
- The fine print
- How to make money offline
- Other retailer brand credit cards
- Frequently asked questions
- 7. Real estate
- Compare auto insurance rates for drivers with poor credit
- The bottom line
- CREDIT BUILDER CREDIT CARDS
- Is it OK to invest during uncertainty?
- Secured credit card reviews
- The bottom line
- Unsecured credit builder card reviews
- How to choose the best investments in 2023
- Compare car insurance rates for drivers with an accident
- COLLEGE STUDENT CREDIT CARDS
- SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT CARDS
- Most popular small business card reviews
- Other small business card reviews
- How to choose an insurance company
- DEFUNCT OR UNAVAILABLE CREDIT CARDS
- Compare car insurance companies
- Watch out for making money scams
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.