My cell phone service is through Verizon wireless because that is about the only coverage we can get in the rural area where we live.
Every now and then I find my self in a situation where I need to find the phone number of a business, but am not near a computer and since I do not have a smart phone, I cannot look the number up on my phone.
The first thing I do however, is to call the local chamber of commerce. If the business I am trying to call is a member, they will give me the phone number to call them. Otherwise, Verizon will charge me $1.00 if I use directory assistance.
Recently I found out that there is a free 411 directory assistance that won't charge you any money to use their service. The number to call is 1-800-373-3411.
I tried the number and you do have to listen to an advertisement that lasted about 30 seconds, but if it saves me $1.00 in the process I am more than willing to use the service.
I added a new contact to my phone and listed the number under Information, so I will be sure to have it when I need it.
I hope this helps some of my readers to save a little bit of money. :)
This is good to know, Belinda. I remember when "information" was free, then it switched to 10 cents per call, and the last I used it, it was 40 cents. $1 is a lot for a phone number. I don't have a smart phone, either, so I will look up businesses online. But if I'm not near my computer then I have to wait. Thanks for the info! Have a great day, Belinda!
This is good to know, Belinda. I remember when "information" was free, then it switched to 10 cents per call, and the last I used it, it was 40 cents. $1 is a lot for a phone number. I don't have a smart phone, either, so I will look up businesses online. But if I'm not near my computer then I have to wait. Thanks for the info!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day, Belinda!
Thank you, Lili. You too. :)
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