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Simple Negotiation Pointers to Lower Your Bills

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Talking FACS host Mindy McCulley talks with Kristen Jowers from One Op about practical bill negotiation strategies that can reduce your monthly expenses without a second job or harsh cutbacks.

They cover what bill negotiation looks like, how companies use retention departments, and step‑by‑step scripts to use on calls. Kristen explains how to prepare (know your numbers, check competitor offers, note your tenure), which discounts to ask for (bundles, autopay/paperless, employer/military), and how often to review bills.

Key takeaways for successful negotiations:

  • be polite and prepared,
  • ask to be transferred to retention or loyalty teams,
  • set reminders for expiring promotions, and
  • avoid paid negotiators since a short call can often secure savings.

    • For more information:

    CFPB Online Bill Calendar 

    OneOp Blog 

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