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Old 18-03-2015, 21:03   #1239
Chad
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Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2015) Vol. 1

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Originally Posted by nicko View Post
My latest year coming to an end, cancelled on Saturday the citing the cost when the offer ends, got a phone call Monday after haggling got another 10 months at same price + £50 credit on account + NO CONTRACT can leave anytime.

It gets better, I didn't have to leave and wait for an offer in the letterbox.
SKY are the kings of retention. Just need to hold your nerve and play the game. It does mean annually you might be left with no SKY TV for a few days but it's not long until they give you a call, sent you a letter or an e-mail giving you 50% off to come back. Play the game right and you could even get between 60% and 75% off! It's a bit hit and miss but what I learned is don't hit them with idle threats of going to another provider. For the past 3 years I've blown smoke up their behind by saying:

"Truth is I don't really want to cancel, I really enjoy your services. Problem is my deal is expiring and I can't afford to go up to full price."

SKY pretty much read between the lines and do the rest from there.
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