Pay-in-Advance Discount/Tax Write-off
Message from Shannon Walker, Centratel Billing Specialist
11/25/2009

Pay your 2009 answering service charges in advance, and receive a 3% discount on services. Many of our clients will use this opportunity to claim an extra tax deduction for 2008 (please consult with your tax advisor if you have questions). Here’s how it works:
1) Email me and ask for the discount. My email address is shannonw@centratel.com.
2) I will review your last several invoices and estimate your total charges for 2009. I will then notify you of the amount.
3) Send us a check for this amount (in addition to the regular charges on the 12/1 invoice).

Example:
12/01 invoice, regular billing = $300.00
Estimated 12 months of service in 2009 = $3600.00
Total to send: $3,900 (13 months total)

On your 1/1/09 invoice you will see a credit on your account for $3600 plus a separate credit for the 3% discount (In this case, $108).

Through 2009, as we bill your account for monthly charges, your credit balance will decrease with each monthly invoice. Note: Since your payment in advance is an estimate – your monthly charges could vary depending on your usage – it is possible that the credit may expire a month or two before – or after – the end of next year.

To take advantage of this opportunity, your account must be current. The discount only applies to amounts paid in advance, and the payment must be a minimum of one year’s service (you may pay more than one year if you wish – you will receive the 3% credit on the entire amount). You must make your advance payment by 12/31/2008.

If you should cease service for any reason in 2009, we will refund the balance of your credit but will charge a $200 cancellation fee.

If you have questions please email or call me (1-800-639-1818). My office hours are 7:30am-4:30pm PST (10:30am-7:30pm, EST).

Thank you for your business! We wish you a peaceful and prosperous 2009!

Shannon Walker
Billing Specialist