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So, you'd like to get the new iPhone from Apple? The only problem is... you're stuck with your existing cell phone contract. And, when you cancel a phone contract early, you're going to have to pay a hefty termination fee, right?

Well, the folks over at The Consumerist have come up with several ways to get out of your current plan. Most are fairly silly -- like number six... "Die" - but the first one could be a great option for you.

From The Consumerist website, here are their 6 ideas:

1. Sell your cellphone contract.

2. Complain that service isn't up to par, file complaints with PUC, FTC, BBB, AG and cc them to the company.

3. Wait for the company to change its rates, then call to cancel based on the material change of contract. These are usually for the default rates and you won't be able to cancel if you have a package that takes care of it... (hint: so get rid of the package and call back.)

4. Move to an area outside the plan's coverage area.

5. Join the armed forces - you'll need to fax in a copy of your orders.

6. Die - someone will need to fax in your death certificate on your behalf. You'll be dead, but at least you're in heaven. iPhone heaven.

Okay, so the best choice in that bunch is to sell your contract. There are a number of online companies that help you sell your phone contract.

There is a company called Cellswapper and another called CelltradeUSA. They'll allow you to find someone to buy your contract for a small fee -- usually $15 to $20. Which is much less than your big early termination fee.

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