Are you tired of spending money on Television channels you do not watch? Or,
experiencing dissatisfaction out of your cable provider, but locked right into a
contract? Many TV watchers are getting rid of cable.
Leichtman
Research Group's latest data shows cable companies lost 455,263 subscribers
in Q2 of 2021, while the entire traditional TV industry lost 1.53 million
subscribers. Leichtman also reports this is the fourth consecutive quarter of
record losses for the cable TV industry. In 2021, the reportedly lost
over 3 million subscribers.
Should I Cut the
Cord?
“Traditional cable TV was once the only option for TV
entertainment, but not anymore,” says Ellsworth Buck, V . p . of
Insurance, Florida's top independent insurance company.
Viewers are discovering more possibilities with lots of content from streaming and cable-replacement services. Furthermore people have more to select from, but streaming services are cheaper options to cable. Many would rather cut the cord than continue paying over $100 a month for traditional cable services.
How are you aware if eliminating cable is for you? Most of
us need internet and possibly a landline or security system, supplied by a
cable company. So, saying goodbye permanently to your cable clients are
unrealistic.
However, with regards to entertainment, there are many more
options at different price points so you can find the ideal choice for you.
“This could be a complicated process and some research is required,” says
Ellsworth Buck, Vice President of Insurance, Florida's largest
independent insurance company. If you cannot be bothered, stick to cable. If
you do not mind a little challenge to save cash, proceed.
Some from the complexities originate from recent changes in pricing
from streaming services (Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime). Also, cable-replacement
services such as YouTube TV and Sling TV are selling more channels for
subscribers. Contributing to your competition, major media companies are ready to
launch their streaming services.
Fortunately, most of these streaming services have a
free trial offer period. Some services might not provide good reception in your town
or else you may find one service does not fit all of your needs. Some viewers are
stacking, or streaming several service, however, you could subscribe to so
many you are paying the same as cable.
If you need to really cut back on entertainment, you can
have an HD antenna that provides free use of local channels such as, ABC,
NBC, CBS, FOX, CW and much more. However, you may want to browse the signal
before switching, especially if you live beyond a major city. The strength
of signal can differ from area to area.
Cable and satellite companies will try to tempt you with
promo prices, but those offers soon expire, and the price goes right back up
when you are still dedicated to a contract. Being able to choose that which you
watch can provide you with additional control. For more information on available services
check out the following articles from Cord
Cutters News and Consumer
Reports.
