Can you hear me now?
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In my previous post I went over my goal, plan, etc. See -> http://beta.fool.com/joelstiller/2012/10/24/beginning-journey-investing/15162/
One sector I knew I needed a piece of was cell phones. Everyone has one, everyone wants one. I read an article a few days ago talking about how Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) , and AT&T (NYSE: T) had to start "looking over their shoulder" for Sprint Nextel Corp. (NYSE: S). It gave me a good laugh, in my opinion they aren't even in the same race. The choice between AT&T (NYSE: T) and Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) however, required a bit of thought.
Here we have two solid companies, both at affordable stock prices, both offering good Dividend Yields.
AT&T (NYSE: T) - Div Yield - 5.08% , Price 34.47, Div 5Year Avg. 6.00%
Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) - Div Yield - 4.61%, Price 44.17, Div 5Year Avg 6.00%
So why did I go with Verizon over AT&T? Simple, Quality of Service. Happy Customers, are repeat Customers. I've had personal dealings with both companies, Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) is always a pleasure. AT&T (NYSE: T) on the other hand, has been a consistent nightmare. Whether it's customer service, phone reception, you name it. We are talking about a 20 year investment here, so while AT&T (NYSE: T) offers a .47% higher dividend yield right now. I believe Verizon is poised to be a better long term investment, and will do a better job keeping its customers. Thereby keeping it's revenue stream flowing and growing.
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