800 Numbers Going the Way of the Buffalo

With the fixed amount of available 800 numbers shrinking fast, subscribers who waited to secure toll free service are now learning why it is so difficult to obtain a number.

Industry insiders say the soaring popularity of toll free service combined with the failure of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to release additional numbers have created a tight supply of 800 numbers in heavy demand.

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Irrational Rationing

Is it irrational to begin rationing toll free number out? Some think not; in fact, some think that a toll free number should only be “not available” to another person if it’s getting use. It’s not likely that the day will come where you can lose your toll free number for non-usage but it’s possible… Read more here.

CALEA – Friend or Foe?

Many Americans had been up in Arms with some of the new laws governing phone privacy. We haven’t forgotten, Government. It’s something we’re still watching…
Get more on this here.

Can I become a Part of the SMS800?

Short answer: No.
You just probably won’t want to do all that it takes to become a part of the SMS800.
Click here to get more informed on the SMS800 database.

Economic Indicators Released Suggest More Consumer Spending This Year.

Economic Indicators released this week suggest better retail holiday shopping during the 2010 holiday season. Experts predict that overall spending will jump 2.3 percent and online shopping with increase by a whopping 16 percent! That translates to billions in spending. All retail and service businesses would be wise to increase their marketing now, through telecommunications and specifically via a toll free telephone number if they do not already have one. Toll free draws more customers and increases revenue.

Reserving a Good 1-800 Number Can Be Very Difficult

With the fixed amount of available 800 numbers shrinking fast, subscribers who waited to secure toll free service are now learning why it is so difficult to obtain a number.

Industry insiders say the soaring popularity of toll free service combined with the failure of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to release additional numbers have created a tight supply of 800 numbers in heavy demand.

Read more here.

It’s So Easy To Procure Toll Free Service

Getting toll free service has ever been easier. Service providers assign and reserve numbers off the database for their customers on a first-come, first-served basis. To get started, subscribers simply contact a service provider, find a suitable vanity number or numerical sequence, and then sign on for service. The process can’t get much simpler than that.

Veterans’ Assistance Through Toll Free Service

Today is Veteran’s Day and resources and assistance are available in many forms for our brave vets. For instance, in Massachusetts, free legal advice is available through the state’s Bar Association via a toll free telephone number. The assistance will be available on Wednesday, November 17 at 877-686-0711. Numerous other federal and state toll free phone numbers linked to offices and departments aimed at helping veterans are likewise available. Veterans can find this info online or by calling the offices of their elected officials.

Personal Use Toll Frees Under Attack

It’s been a common practice for some time now to get a toll free number for personal use. With businesses snatching them up it’s easy to see why people that need toll frees for adoption, children, parents, grandparents, etc are worried that they won’t be able to get them.
Read the full story here.

FCC Regulates Toll Free Number Policy

Attempts to profit from the illegal sale of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are in response to rapidly dwindling supplies. Thee FCC rules were established and are very clear. Hoarding and Brokering of toll free phone numbers is unlawful. Our experts advise anyone interested in obtaining an 800 number should legally obtain a toll free number through a reliable toll free service provider.