With cell phones exploding in popularity in recent years, a lot of folks have chosen to forgo their landline in favor of a mobile device. While that’s great for some people, it doesn’t help you cut down on costs if you still need that home phone. This is especially a problem for many small business owners trying to run a company out of their humble abode. Adding another line to your cell phone plan can remedy this, but that isn’t exactly a long-term solution for a growing business. That’s where a VoIP comes in. Unlike landlines, Voice over Internet Protocol systems allows for multiple users, video conferencing, and toll-free numbers at a surprisingly affordable price.
With big internet service providers (ISPs) all starting to bundle VoIP into their services, the landscape of landlines has begun to shift in favor of web-powered communication. And when it comes to building out a small business, RingCentral is one of the best services you can hitch your wagon to. Let’s take a quick look at why sticking with that landline may not be the best idea.
Basic landline services can cost you between $15 and $30 and don’t usually include everything you would want. Regional and long-distance calling or amenities like caller ID are rarely included. So if you start adding all of the things you’d want your phone service to include, the prices start to add up. Additionally, annoying aspects like taxes, regulatory fees, and other charges can add to the total cost of your monthly service. All in all, a basic package could end up costing upwards of $50. Whereas, a basic VoIP package with RingCentral is as low as $20 per month.
With a VoIP service, you get more than just a phone line, you get an all-in-one communication service. Some of the most basic packages come with unlimited phone calls, video calls, 100 toll-free minutes, and unlimited SMS messages between employees. It also comes with mobile apps for iOS and Android, HD Voice, visual voicemail, and 24/7 customer support, allowing for growth within any small business. Considering RingCentral also comes with a free trial, you can even test it out to see if it’s right for you.
There are quite a few different VoIP phone services on the market right now, but if you’re looking for the best possible option for small business, RingCentral is a great way to go. Here’s a quick breakdown of all of their prices and everything that comes with those packages.
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