Signing A Cell Phone Contract

Hi,
Signing a cell phone contract is generally a two year commitment. This is why it is imperative that we find the right one for us. After doing our due diligence, and narrowing down the companies that we think will suit us the best, we're prepared to talk to sales representatives. It is important to remember that they may be very aggressive, and it is hard to gather information from them without making a purchase. In order for salespeople to assist us in getting what we want, we need to disclose our needs:
1) How many anytime minutes (usually calculated between 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Monday through Friday) we need
2) Number of phones with unlimited text messaging
3) Whether roaming charges are a factor in the plan
4) Whether any phones will need Internet access
5) Whether any phones need to be camera phones
After we've gathered our information, are aware of any local promotions, and have an idea of the costs of the contracts, we're in a position to select a carrier and receive our phones. When we are ready to sign a contract, we need to make sure that we read all the terms and conditions. Also, we need to make sure that any in store discounts offered at the time of sale are in writing, and cover the term of the contract. Doing our homework prior to signing a contract will help us feel confident about our plan. Tomorrow I'm going to talk about our first cell phone bill.
Until then,
Alan