: Connects people looking to exit a contract with those willing to take it over, often for a small service fee. 3. Selling the Device

If you want to leave your contract without switching to a new carrier, you can use "takeover" sites where someone else assumes your plan.

Finding a company to directly "buy" your contract is rare, but several major carriers and specialized platforms offer ways to pay off your balance or transfer the obligation to someone else. 1. Carrier Buyout Programs

Major carriers will often pay your or remaining device balance if you switch to their service.

: Offers a contract buyout of up to $2,500 total ($500 per line for up to 5 lines) in the form of a Visa Reward Card.

: Provides up to $800 per line via a reward card to help cover your previous phone balance when you port your number over.

: Offers up to $800 per line (for up to 4 lines) to pay off your device or ETF when you switch from AT&T or Verizon.