Metrocast rate increase -- 6%??

[brk-lnt]

Originally Posted by This'nThat

You missed the whole point. "Don't buy it" only works when there's competition. And I don't know of anyone who thinks cable TV and internet are luxuries anymore, especially when you have a home office. I have every right to expect not to be gouged. Metrocast increased my rates -- with no warning, no explanation. They just assume I'm going to shut my mouth and do what you suggest -- not give them a hard time. Well, I am going to give them a hard time; and I do expect to engage into a discussion; and I will complain and expect them to show me details, facts, and figures. Then I'll decide what to do. But, keep quiet and simply shut down because it's a "luxury"??? -- I don't think so.

There *is* competition, you just don't want to consider the other options, so instead Metrocast should price their services to YOUR budget?

Cable TV is hardly a neccessity. And I don't think you have the slightest clue about their operating expenses, content provider fees or other overhead. You're just whining.

Why do some research and see how their prices are structured? From what I can see from a quick look, Viacom recently raised THEIR rates, which is probably part of this 6% increase you're seeing.

In any event stomping your feet with no understanding of the economics involved is not likely to get you anywhere, but if it makes you feel better, go for it.