Pay a year in advance...

mrapoc · Dec 22, 2007, 11:36:47

Can this be done at anytime? As in February to February for example? Plus what happens if I want to change packages up/down?

Thanks

Rik · Dec 22, 2007, 11:39:26

Afaik, Sam, it can be done at any time. If you later want to change package, I would expect there to be a recalculation, giving you either a refund or a bill.

mrapoc · Dec 22, 2007, 11:44:53

I was thinking that, errrr, could do with IDnet providing these details in a clear manner

Rik · Dec 22, 2007, 11:53:09

Suggest it to them?

Broadback · Dec 22, 2007, 15:08:32

Being a tight wad I have just done it. Simon has simply changed my next (monthly) payment to be
altered to the annual fee. Then a year after that IDNet will claim another annual fee. Easy peasy.

Rik · Dec 22, 2007, 15:12:19

Did you ask about the ability to change packages?

mrapoc · Dec 22, 2007, 18:55:08

the thing is...we wont be able to do the year upfront now (esp xmas) but later its a possibility. Also if parents go to lock-down we may have to downgrade the package...or if i get my way UPGRADE

Sebby · Dec 22, 2007, 19:59:17

Just out of interest, why do you want to pay the year in advance? Surely paying monthly gives more flexibility?

Broadback · Dec 22, 2007, 20:13:30

Firstly you get over 8% discount, as a tight wad that is important. One can still cancel and receive a refund (heavens forbid!) if necessary. What's to lose?

Sebby · Dec 22, 2007, 20:20:02

Oh, I had no idea there was a discount for paying annually. Now it makes a lot more sense!

Ann · Dec 22, 2007, 22:52:11

Yes, you get 12 months for the price of 11 if you pay for the year. I shall apply for it after Christmas. Won't be cruel and send them an email during the holidays.

Gary · Dec 23, 2007, 09:57:02

The discount for me is not worth paying up for a whole year upfront, one month free is not a great incentive over such a period personally, also the point for me is the rolling 30 day contract, as you can never tell what's around the corner

Malc · Dec 23, 2007, 10:14:52

As I'm on the £34.99 package it's a lot to pay at once, but it's nice to have the option.

Gary · Dec 23, 2007, 10:17:41

Quote from: Malc on Dec 23, 2007, 10:14:52
As I'm on the £34.99 package it's a lot to pay at once, but it's nice to have the option.

Options are always nice

Rik · Dec 23, 2007, 10:22:43

Quote from: Killhippie on Dec 23, 2007, 09:57:02
one month free is not a great incentive

8%? Better than I can get from the Nationwide.

Gary · Dec 23, 2007, 10:26:25

Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2007, 10:22:43
8%? Better than I can get from the Nationwide.

yes but banking an internet are not the same, in two months I may have to move, maybe decide not to have a pc find a new provide if god forbit IDNet fell over a lot there are many variables, I prefer to watch and see, one free month over a whole year on my package is not worth it, its a good offer dont get me wrong, but not for me

Ann · Dec 23, 2007, 12:00:49

You don't lose the one month contract. If you leave early you get the unused part of your money back. If we can afford the lump sum upfront then it has to be a good deal.

Rik · Dec 23, 2007, 12:07:27

Quote from: Ann on Dec 23, 2007, 12:00:49
If we can afford the lump sum upfront then it has to be a good deal.

You mean we're going to have to pay for Gary's connection now, Ann!!

Inactive · Dec 23, 2007, 12:17:46

My only concern would be, what if, in the highly unlikely event, IDNet went tits up?

Travelscope went in to liquidation yesterday..

Rik · Dec 23, 2007, 12:20:03

It's always a gamble, isn't it In. I doubt it will happen, but none of us can be sure.

Sebby · Dec 23, 2007, 12:52:29

I'd imagine there'd be some protection if you'd paid it on a credit card.

Rik · Dec 23, 2007, 13:04:34

There should be, Sebby, normal Consumer Credit Act protection would apply.

Malc · Dec 23, 2007, 22:09:31

Quote from: Inactive on Dec 23, 2007, 12:17:46
My only concern would be, what if, in the highly unlikely event, IDNet went tits up?

Travelscope went in to liquidation yesterday..

You can pay council tax anually. I wish theyed go tits up

Simon · Dec 24, 2007, 01:28:23

You'd have more chance of getting money back from IDNet than you would a local council!

Gary · Dec 24, 2007, 01:47:00

I don't like paying for anything long term without a guarantees these days and we all do enough of that as it is, and I have a rolling 30 day contract with Orange and I'm very happy with that arrangement, as far as IDNet goes they are great but not worth paying for a whole year I may not want, and then have to request a refund is to much hassle to be honest, I am fine leaving things just the way they are with IDNet. Only wish I could pay more services this way. Saving £1.49 a month for me is not really not woth it.