TV Viewing Costs—What’s the Best Deal?

TV Viewing Costs—What’s the Best Deal?
A file photo of logos for streaming services Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, and Sling TV on a remote control. Jenny Kane/AP
Anne Johnson
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When you sign up with a cable or satellite provider, the first-year pricing is usually a great deal. But then the second-year hits, and you have sticker shock, and reality sets in. That first-year deal turns out to be the bait that locks you into a high-priced trap.

There has to be a less expensive way to receive your favorite shows. There are numerous options. But they can be confusing. So what is the best deal when it comes to TV viewing?

Establish Viewing Priorities

When looking for the best deal, establish what you absolutely need to watch. Make a list. Discuss with your family what shows they like to watch and can’t live without, and discuss which shows you can forgo.
Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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