Posted on June 5, 2010 by smsgov
In our industry we are discovering that with increasing speed, toll free telephone numbers are exceeding standard numbers in popularity. The value of a 1-800 number has become crystal clear to business owners nationwide. Toll free telephone numbers allow callers to reach businesses, organizations and even friends and relatives without being charged for the call. A toll free number lends credibility to any business, enhances customer service, and increases customer confidence. There are no additional installations needed for a 1-800 number and the calls can be routed to any cell phone, landline, or fax. Studies show that sales can double and word of mouth referrals can increase by as much as 200% making toll free service indispensable for business. In the past decade, toll free has quickly increased in popularity and that trend is continuing to gain steam.
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Posted on June 4, 2010 by smsgov
Tickets season for summer events is in full swing. But beware the scammers. Hockey fans nationwide this week have been cheated over fake tickets for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. With millions of consumers looking to buy legitimate tickets for concerts and other events this summer, scam sellers are busy. Consumers who believe that they have been cheated by an unscrupulous online-ticket vendor are urged to contact 1-800-386-5438 (TTY: 1-800-964-3013) to report the incident and file a consumer complaint.
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Posted on June 2, 2010 by smsgov
The FCC has a long history of reviewing legislation with regard to the use of toll free. For instance, the Telecommunications Act of 1996 amended section 228 to impose more stringent restrictions on the use of toll-free numbers to charge consumers for information services. On July 11, 1996, the Commission amended its rules governing interstate pay-per-call (900 numbers) and other information services to address abusive practices that threatened public confidence in toll-free numbers and left telephone subscribers vulnerable to unexpected charges for calls and information services.
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Posted on June 1, 2010 by smsgov
In addition to the complete list of toll free telephone companies SMSGOV.com maintains; SMS-GOV.US also maintains a list of approved Toll Free Service Providers. We have compiled the full list below:
Read more here.
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Posted on May 31, 2010 by smsgov
Still waiting for news on the release of the 855 toll free area code phone numbers. We don’t expect a release tomorrow on the holiday but last we month as you recall we did hear rumors that the new collection of toll free numbers would soon be allowed for use. We also received a tip that there is “testing” of the yet-to-be-released 855 toll free telephone numbers. We didn’t get any specifics on what type of testing is being done on these area code numbers. The new 855 numbers would provide millions of opportunities for subscribers to get new custom toll free phone number for their business or personal use.
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Posted on May 30, 2010 by smsgov
This is the weekend we honor our lost military personnel. To support veterans services as a message of honor and remembrance, look up the dozens of 1-800 numbers related to veterans services nationwide. Toll free phone numbers have been helping to aid and resources to veterans for decades.
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Posted on May 30, 2010 by smsgov
Telecommunications industry sources now say an unthinkable embargo on new toll free phone service in the United States is a real possibility within the next year. Facing a severe shortage of available 800-numbers, a skyrocketing demand for toll free service and an emerging black market for 800 numbers, insiders say officials feel they are left with no choice but to impose an embargo.
Read more here.
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Posted on May 29, 2010 by smsgov
Millions of travelers will use telecommunications and especially toll free telephone numbers to plan their holidays this Memorial Day Weekend. Travel is up 40 percent over last year when the economy was at its lowest point. Keep in touch, make reservations and plans on your phone using all the new technology and reliable 1-800 numbers. Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
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Posted on May 28, 2010 by smsgov
Here it is–May is winding down nd despite strong rumors that the 855 toll free telephone area code numbers–millions of combos–could be released this month, we still have heard nothing concrete. Further rumors suggested that these numbers were being tested. Still, we do not see them on the market yet nor have we heard a firm release date. When we do hear something–and we hope it is soon because our committees and experts agree it would help the telecommunications business–we will let you know.
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Posted on May 27, 2010 by smsgov
Presidential news conference going on right now about the major ongoing oil spill decimating the Gulf Of Mexico. Toll Free numbers have been established throughout state and federal governments to help bring information to the officials and to the affected residents about this natural disaster:
Report oiled wildlife
• To report oiled wildlife, please call (866) 557-1401 and leave a message. Messages will be checked hourly. Individuals are urged not to attempt to help injured or oiled animals, but to report any sightings to the toll free number.
Report oil sightings
• To report oil on shoreline or request volunteer information: Call (866) 448-5816
To report fraud
• The Attorney General’s office reported instances of fraud from companies claiming to be BP training contractors. Free volunteer training will be available through Santa Rosa County. To report possible cases of fraud, call the Attorney General’s Office fraud hotline at (866) 966-7226.
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