: Offers to buy out up to five lines for a total of up to $2,500 when you switch.

You might be able to cancel without paying a buyout fee if certain conditions are met:

: If your carrier raises your monthly plan price, you are often legally entitled to leave without penalty within 30 days of the notice.

: Often pays off remaining device balances (up to a certain limit per line) for customers switching from competitors.

: Once paid, your carrier is legally required to unlock your device so it can work on other networks.

Keep a copy of your final bill. If you used a carrier buyout program, you will usually need to upload a screenshot of this final bill to the new carrier's "Switch" portal to receive your reimbursement (often delivered as a prepaid Mastercard or bill credit). We'll Pay Off Your Phone - Switch to Spectrum Mobile

Buying out your cell phone contract involves paying off your remaining device balance and any early termination fees (ETFs) to gain total freedom over your mobile service. You can do this yourself or have a new carrier cover the costs for you. 1. Check Your Current Balance