Carrier trade-in credit vs. selling for cash
May 4, 2026 · 6 min read
Store credit locks you into a plan. Here's how the real numbers usually compare.
Credit is paid over 24–36 months
Most headline carrier offers are bill credits spread across a multi-year contract. Leave early and the remaining credit disappears.
Cash is portable
A cash payout is yours whether you upgrade, switch carriers or buy nothing at all.
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