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Directv Pricing
Why is Directv not trying to offer competitive pricing? I have been a customer for 14 years and just received notice that my monthly bill, with no premium channels, will be $213. Essentially the same channels and service is available from Dish for $137, with a $300 prepaid card for switching. I called Directv to express my disappointment and was told my only option for a less expensive bill was to change my package and drop the protection plan. Doing that still kept the cost $30 per month more than Dish. I am cancelling and switching to Dish.
Tiger593
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8 months ago
Good luck with your new service. Hopefully, you have no issues with your service as you will most likely be under a contract for 2 years. But just be warned your price will go up after your promotional period and will most likely be about the same price that you are paying now.
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terryfondow
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8 months ago
I am aware of the length of the contract. I will be saving $80 per month for 24 months, which is over $1900. In addition, I get the $300 prepaid card, for a total savings of $2200, which does not include the likely DIRECTV price hike next year. $213 a month is around 10% of my social security income and is just not sustainable. At some point, I will probably be priced out of the tv market.
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LKdirectforum
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2 months ago
How dare DIRECTV Stream....You can't keep a contract with Disney but you can increase my rates by $8 a month. Shame on you. Just a poorly operated company. I'm looking at my options as to other streaming services because I agree with terryfondow...my fixed retirement income doesn't fit in with their charges.
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Tiger593
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2 months ago
@LKdirectforum You have to do what is best for you. But just remember that all TV providers go through these negotiations and also raise their rates.
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