Looking for a federal government toll free number? Go to http://www.info.gov/toll-free.htm or call 1-800-FED-INFO. The U.S. Government utilizes hundreds of toll free numbers to provide information and services in every topic from consumer protection to health care to financial matters.
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To overcome shortages of 1-800 numbers in the past, 888 and 877 were introduced in 1996 and 1998 respectively. Then, in 2000 the 866 numbers debuted. But toll free numbers have become such a valuable commodity that the stock is once again depleted.
The value of a 1-800 number has become a necessity for any business. Toll free 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.
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Will the new 855 numbers have a rough start becoming popular and recognizable? The answer is no. These numbers, following on the heels of the ever-popular 877 and 866 numbers, will be instantly recognized as toll free and will be a hot commodity. With more information available these days about toll free, subscribers will be far more familiar with the new area codes than they were when previous toll free area codes were released years ago. 855 numbers will be advertised and recognized as soon as they are released,
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We have been fielding dozens of calls and texts regarding more information about the possible release of the new 855 toll free numbers. The answer is that we don’t know yet exactly when these new numbers will be available but we do know that insider buzz suggests within the next 18 months. As soon as we learn solid information here at SMSGOV, we will pass it on immediately so keep reading our daily posts!
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As with any commodity in high demand, a black market for toll free numbers is growing. And we here that regulators are scrambling to control the illegal sales of valuable 800 numbers. With toll free service soaring in popularity while finite supplies of available numbers drop, attempts to illegally buy and sell choice numbers on the black market is increasing.
According to regulations enacted in 1997 by FCC, toll free phone numbers cannot be sold or brokered. These rules were approved after the FCC fielded numerous complaints about price gouging for catchy vanity numbers and popular numeric sequences. The FCC reports that anyone caught attempting to sell or broker an 800 number faces significant fines.
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There are still toll free service providers that can get you a good toll free number. Do your research. It is true that supplies are severely depleted, however, with a reputable company, you can still get a very effective toll free number to use as a marketing tool. Plus, these providers can keep you up-to-date about the release of new toll free numbers, rumored to be appearing within the next 18 months. Get one now and then expand your toll free service with a new number later on.
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Letting your customers call you free of charge is a win-win for the businessperson and the customer. With toll free service, professionals can respond to customers more effectively and manage customer calls more efficiently. Why lose potential long-distance customers to the competition? With a toll free number, the customer base is limitless. Toll free numbers have proven effective for decades and are becoming more popular every year.
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A reminder of the need for new toll free area codes: more than two-thirds of the available supply of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are taken and millions of new subscribers are registering every year. Business owners who wait much longer to obtain a number might find themselves out of luck. In a competitive market, a toll free number is a valuable commodity for every business. To manage fair distribution of the numbers remaining, federal agencies have cracked down on the illegal sale of 800 numbers and the hoarding, or stockpiling, of numbers and this is helping somewhat. The real solution, many say, is the release of reserved toll free numbers.
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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.
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Some argue that there are plenty of good toll free numbers still available. Actually, the supply is limited, resulting in an increase in hoarding of these valuable numbers and other improper practices. Some business owners and professionals settle for an adequate phone number …but one that isn’t exactly what they wanted. With the pending release by the FCC of new numbers, these burdens will ease and everyone will benefit.
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