June 4, 2026 · 11:57 AM
The Broadcast TV Fee Trick: That $25 Line Item Is Completely Made Up
Cable companies invented the 'broadcast TV fee' to advertise a low headline rate — then drip-price $15–25/mo back in after you've signed.
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