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Ever had bill shock? You’re not alone. As we scoop up more electronic devices, keep our cars longer and use pricey medical services, bill shock is becoming more common.

But here’s the good news: There’s a growing consumer toolbox for beating high bills. You can download free smartphone apps to track utility expenses or visit websites that compare health plans or analyze mobile service bills.

“The greatest source of bill shock is lack of consumer awareness,” adds Schwark Satyavolu, CEO of BillShrink.com, which manages everyday expenses. “And services are getting more complex.”

Reading the fine print and doing Internet research is more important than ever to save money. To fight back, follow these easy, fun tips for seven much-used services.

Track mobile phone use
Texting, data and talk are triple threats that can quickly balloon into wallet busters.

Deciphering talk plan details can be daunting, says Satyavolu. For example, a 600-minute talk plan may vary widely among cellphone companies. “Anytime minutes” can be a nebulous term, he says.

Consequently, most people make the mistake of overbuying, Satyavolu says. To find out if that’s you, upload an electronic version of your mobile bill to a cellphone analysis service such as BillShrink or Validas.com.

“Most carriers also offer phone apps that track usage, but only prepaid phones send alerts,” Satyavolu says. Read the rest of this entry »