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Old 12-26-2011, 02:02 PM
 
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Hi:
I just bough a condo in Bradenton. I will be there sometimes just vacation.
My question is what do you recommend to have for tv service?
Thanks
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Old 12-26-2011, 03:44 PM
 
Location: Lakewood Ranch, FL
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Not 100% sure I understand your question but a couple of thoughts come to mind...
First, check what your condo fees already include. You may already be paying for basic cable. In most of Bradenton, the choice is Brighthouse or FiOS so you may want to see what's available at your location. Regarding satellite, your condo rules may specifically limit where you can place a dish and those rules could prevent you from placing a dish where you need it to get a signal. I'd talk with your management company.
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Old 12-26-2011, 04:22 PM
 
Location: Port Charlotte, FL
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What type of television services are you looking for? There certainly are a variety of options, depending on where you are in Bradenton. Do you have a high definition TV? Do you want Internet service too? Do you need a DVR (digital video recorder)? As bbronston said, your community may or may not allow a satellite dish and many do have basic cable that comes with the HOA fees.

Some service companies in the area are: Brighthouse, Comcast, Direct TV, Dish Network. Your best bet is to find out what your community will allow. Then call around to get prices based on what your needs are.
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Old 12-26-2011, 05:26 PM
 
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The condo is located in the palms of Cortez. As far as I know the cable is not included. I'm trying to have a cheap service since I'm not going to be there all the time, just a few times a year for now.
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Old 12-26-2011, 05:27 PM
 
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I use a 27.00 phillips amp rabbit ears from walmart and get 16 channels for free. I watch about 7 of the stations. It has a flawless picture. Not like the old rabbit ears. Its about all I watch at home with 150 channels for 100.00 a month. I can't get anything at my main home without sat. tv. I also have a dvd blueray player and rent dvd from red box if I want to see a new movie. This works for me.
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