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Will I have to pay for the first month there and then? Should I expect a $40 activation fee when I get to the store?

You'll be billed for your first month AFTER 30 days or so.

Activation fees may vary. I remember having to pay an activation fee for the first iPhone when I purchased it. I'm sure it's still done this way.
 
I paid an initial activation fee (I think it was roughly $30).

This year my $18 fee was waived when i ordered my 4.
 
Maybe I didn't?

Maybe they waved it! I can't remember. (It's been years now!)

I think it has to do with your credit score.
It might have something to do with it among other factors. Mine is excellent 750+, I haven't been on contract for 3 years and I still have to pay it according to the text info. From what I've heard, it's complicated how they determine it.
 
It might have something to do with it among other factors. Mine is excellent 750+, I haven't been on contract for 3 years and I still have to pay it according to the text info. From what I've heard, it's complicated how they determine it.

What?! I dont have that much on my card! I jsut have enough to pay for the phone...Is it this way if i pay cash also?
 
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