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There are many reasons why you might want to cut cable, and it's easy to do. But if you've got a sports team you follow or a favorite show, the decision is much more difficult. Try just putting your subscription TV on hiatus during the off-season.
Each cable company has a different policy. Some will let you put a "vacation hold" on your account. You pay a minimal fee ($5 - $10) and they'll keep your account in good standing, but you won't have service. Once the season starts up again, you can get your TV service back for the regular subscription fee.
If they can't do that, cancel the service during the off season. They'll probably charge a disconnect and reconnect fee. Those two fees are usually less than one month's service, so you'll still save money. Sometimes you'll even qualify for those introductory rates if you've gone without service for long enough (or if you put the service under someone else's name—like a roommate or partner).
If you don't want to go through the hassle, downsize some of your options in the off-season. Webblog My Dollar Plan has some easy ways to cut back like cutting down on the premium channels or getting rid of extra cable boxes. Go down to the bare minimum in the off-season if you aren't watching TV.
Consider These Hidden Costs Before You Cut Your Cable | My Dollar Plan
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