<prompt> Human: I noticed my cable bill was up about 50 this month. When I called they informed me that my promotion had ended and they were going to switch me to the loyal department. I told them I had to be into work soon and would call back later. Ive already been thinking of cutting my tv from cable and I know Im in a prime spot to get the best value. Any tips or tricks when it comes down to the haggling process? Im in VA and am dealing with cox comm. Been in good standing for 4 years.Edit: from this post Ive decided to cut the cable and go with an antenna for local channels. Still looking for advice on shopping around for internet Thanks everyone Assistant: I know this isnt the answer youre asking for, but itd be silly if you didnt consider it at all: cut the cord and buy an antenna. Tons of channels still broadcast over the air and are available for free. I did it about 5 years ago and have never looked back. I bought myself a 30-mile radius antenna and I get around 30 different channels about 10 of which I cycle through regularly including ABC, CBS, and FOX. Aside from Comedy Central and a bit of Cartoon Network, i never miss having cable. And you can supplement those channels with HuluNetflix very easily. I cant remember the last time I didnt receive a sports game I wanted to watch. I still host sports parties regularlyAntenna technology has come a long way and is not what you remember. Channels which broadcast in HD are received in HD. This includes local channels. Super-easy to set up and its a one-time costs of less than half of what youre probably paying per month... PLUS usually a decent amount of local channels youre probably not getting with your cable subscription. Heres a high-end example which comes with an optional plug-in amplifier:Note that the above 60-mile radius antenna covers an area 4x larger than the one I have and I feel no need to go bigger. They cost nothing. At the very least, downgrade and give something like this a shot to see how you like it. Cant recommend making this switch enough. Human: This is something I will definitely have to come back to and read. I should of added the only reason I keep cable is for my 60 yeAr old mother to watch days of our lives, general hospital, and the local news. Would all those be available with an antenna? I live in the Norfolk area so no concern for being out in the sticks.  <response>: All of those programs are available with an antenna. : Happy cord cutting. 