Toll free numbers and authority
December 18th, 2007
They are all around us and we cannot avoid them, but toll free numbers can be a great thing to have especially if you are in college like I am and need to be reached at all times. Now let me be clear, toll free numbers are not for those who do not get nor expect to get many phone calls from friends and family near or far away. They are also ideal for persons who own and operate their own business.
In order to come to a final decision about whether or not you should get prepaid toll free numbers there are some things you need to consider.
Benefits of having a toll free number
If you run a business whether large or small a toll free number will be a way for your customers to get in touch with your business and not have to pay for the call. This has a way of making your company seem credible as customers will feel that customer service is important to your business.
It is possible to reserve your toll free number and then have it activated when you want. The rates are usually very good running at about $0.40 per minute which is a good rate for persons who are college students. One feature that will be a hit with us college students is the ability to forward incoming calls to any phone we desire and this also applies to overseas locations. So whether you are in the U.S. or in Jamaica on vacation you can have your call put through to where you are located.
When you get 800 toll free numbers or any of the other prefix numbers such as 888, 887 or 886 it is easy to use and you are well aware as to the costs and you will not be getting any strange bills in your mail.
Another set of benefits with some providers, that you should look for and take advantage of, is no credit check needed, no installation nor long term contracts or penalties if you decide to cancel.
Disadvantages of having a toll free number
If you run a business the main drawback will be those unnecessary calls some customers tend to make. This wastes your staff’s time when they could be dealing with real customer problems.
If you are in college then it will be just about the same problem, unnecessary calls from your friends. This will cost you a bit as most toll free numbers are prepaid.
Finding a provider
You can get toll free numbers from any of the many providers online or through other similar type service providers. Make sure they provide you with the benefits and costs that suit your present needs and situation.
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