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Are There Long Distance Plans Available Through CIM?

Yes and these calling plans will surely get you excited. 

Talk or fax all you want and just about as much as you want - for one low monthly fee, including taxes.  ITS Technology offers more than 20 flat rate calling plans for less than 2¢ per minute.  ITS offers calling plans specifically designed for fax broadcasting and autodialers.   Now you can market your business cents-ibly.

CIM has researched and feels that currently these are the best flat rate calling plans available anywhere.   We continually search for calling plans and will post this information and notify our members when we find one that we will endorse.

Information about the flat rate long distance calling plans are included in your kit and you can click on the links provided from the Long Distance page for complete details and to get signed up for a flat rate calling plan that meets your needs and your budget.

 

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Do I Have To Change My Long Distance Carrier?

Although CIM supports, endorses or can recommend several different long distance carriers, it is NOT required that you change your carrier to any of the carriers that CIM recommends. The choice is entirely yours.

ITS Technology offers various different flat rate plans.  Fiber Optic flat rate requires that you change your carrier, while VoIP flat rate allows you to use the service with and access number without having to switch your currently long distance provider.  Whichever technology you choose, you will save a bundle on long distance.

The CIM Personal Fax Broadcasting Kit includes step-by-step instructions to program WinFax Pro to dial your access number for rapid faxing when using a VoIP flat rate plan.


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Which Fax Software Program Is Recommended?

The fax software that we use in conjunction with the CIM (PFB) Personal Fax-Broadcasting Kit is WinFax Pro. It is one of the finest fax software programs on the market. It has full faxing capabilities and can be used in lieu of a stand alone fax machine. It can also be very beneficial to use even if you do have a stand alone fax machine.

WinFax has the capability to broadcast to a group, which means that you can import fax numbers and/or your business contacts into a group and with the click of the mouse you can send a fax to everyone. It is also a great way to keep in touch with your organization or contacts without having to take your valuable time to call each of them individually.

WinFax will also allow you to schedule faxes for future delivery. You can set up your fax flyer to transmit even if you will be out of town. Are you a late riser, you can set up WinFax Pro to begin broadcasting while you are still sleeping.

You will receive instructions in your kit to download a FREE 30-day trial version of WinFax Pro from the Internet. If you do not have Internet access, for a nominal fee, CIM can send you with a trial version of the WinFax Pro software on a CD.

The trial version of the software will last for 30 days. Then, if you wish to continue using the software, you must purchase it. WinFax Pro can be purchased directly from Symantec or from your local computer outlet for about $100.  You can also usually find WinFax on Ebay for about 1/2 the retail cost.

You will save more in one week by doing your own fax broadcasting than the cost of the software!

Symantec Corporation introduced the latest version of the software, WinFax Pro 10.0 around September 2000.  WinFax Pro 9.0 was introduced in September 1998. If you already have WinFax Pro 8.0 or 9.0 there is no need to upgrade your software. Both WinFax Pro 8.0 and 9.0 work perfectly for personal fax broadcasting. We provide the instructions to broadcast with WinFax for the versions 8.0., 9.0 and 10.0 . Symantec does not offer FREE technical support for their trial software, however the online help within WinFax Pro is quite extensive.
CIM does offer technical support for a nominal fee.

WinFax Pro 8.0 System Requirements: 25MB Free Disk Space/16MB RAM

WinFax Pro 9.0 System Requirements: 57MB Free Disk Space/32MB RAM

WinFax Pro 10.0 System Requirements: 57MB Free Disk Space/32MB RAM

WinFax Pro 8.0 & 9.0 are for Windows 95/98 or Windows NT
WinFax Pro 10.0 is for Windows 95/98, Windows 2000 or Windows NT

Sorry, CIM does not support WinFax Pro 4.0,
WinFax Pro 4.0 is an older version of the software which runs on Windows 3.1

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How Many Faxes Can I Send From My PC?

Technically speaking, your computer can fax approximately 1500-1800 flyers in a 24-hour period. However, faxing during the middle of the night is a no-no. Some people have only one phone line, which is used for their phone & fax. Your prospects will not even respond to your offer if they are awakened during the middle of the night.  Responsible faxing is of the utmost importance. 

If you were to set up your computer to fax for about 12 hours daily, based on an average of 1 minute per page with connection times, you could fax about 700 flyers a day.

The fax numbers that you purchase from CIM, are specially formatted for WinFax Pro and are pre-sorted by time zone, which will allow you to maximize your broadcasting time frames.  You will receive fax numbers from each time zone
(EST, CST, MST, PST)

The CIM Personal Fax-Broadcasting kit includes a Numerical Area Code List, State Area Code List and a Time Zone Area Code List.  

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What If I Only Have One Phone Line?

You can successfully do fax broadcasting with a single phone line, however you will not be able to receive or make calls while you are faxing.

When you add up the amount of money that you will save on long distance charges every month, you may choose to get a second phone line. The cost is generally under $20 per month. (contact your local phone company) 

Note: WinFax Pro has the capability to set-up and use two modems. With two phone lines, you can nearly double your fax transmissions. Double your prospects, double your income. Double your fax broadcasting and you can still do it for just pennies per page.  

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Can I Still Use My Computer While It Is Broadcasting Faxes?

Because Windows 95/98/NT and Windows 2000 multi-tasks, you can still use your computer.   Multi-tasking means that you can have several applications running at the same time. WinFax Pro will run in the background and will not affect other applications that are running. The only thing that you cannot do is dial into the internet, that is unless you have two modems, an internet cable connection or DSL.

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 I Am A Novice Computer User, But I Would Like To Do My Own Fax Broadcasting…

The step-by-step instructions that are included in the CIM Personal Fax-Broadcasting Kit are very precise and when followed, you will be able to set up your computer to fax broadcast in a couple of hours.

Our instructions have been tried & tested by novice computer users and have been followed with ease. The rewards of taking the time to learn the system are great. You will benefit personally, as will your business.

You don’t have to be a computer genius to learn how to do your own fax broadcasting but you do need to know the basics of operating a computer. We recommend that you have 6 months to 1 year of computer experience.

It may also be helpful if you know someone in your area that has computer experience and can assist you if necessary.

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What If I Need Help After I Receive My Kit?

When you order your Personal Fax Broadcasting Kit, you will receive information and forms to contact a CIM Customer Care Coordinator in the event that you need technical assistance.  As a CIM customer, if at any time, you need assistance Fax Broadcasting with WinFax Pro, the CIM Customer Care Coordinator is available to assist you for a nominal fee, which is currently $25 per hour.

Our Customer Care Coordinator can dial directly into your computer using PC Anywhere, or can guide you over the telephone.

*Note: Your PFB Kit includes instructions to download a 30-day evaluation copy of PC Anywhere or you can get an evaluation copy of PCAnywhere on CD from CIM for a nominal fee.

You can also contact Symantec technical support, Symantec online support or Symantec technical notes by fax, as well as the help screens included with WinFax Pro.  

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How Are The Fax Leads Generated?

We compiles our own fax lists and due to the demand, we may also use list managers, who compile fax leads in a number of different ways.

  • Ads are placed in publications, individuals respond requesting more information about home-based businesses.
  • Network Marketing companies that have dissolved sell their database of distributors/members, which by the way are now looking for a new home.
  • Numbers are captured from individuals that have obtained information about home-based businesses through fax-on-demand.

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What Is The Quality Of The Leads?

While no list is 100% accurate due to the rapid changes in today’s busy world, CIM continually tests fax numbers. The lists that you purchase from CIM are recently tested within 7-21 days) and were 100% connectable at that time.  There will be numbers that will be busy when you are broadcasting plus with the increasing number of internet users, most of which use their fax lines for an internet dial-up, the amount of connectable numbers will vary at any given time.

With WinFax, you will be able to view the status of any transmission and see if the line was busy or if there was no answer. You can resubmit failed faxes at another time. (Instructions to resubmit faxes are included in the PFB Kit)

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How Can I Maintain My Database & Keep The Fax Numbers Clean?

Maintaining your database is perhaps one of the most important aspects of personal fax broadcasting. WinFax Pro is not a database management program, however instructions are included in your kit to delete fax numbers from your WinFax phonebooks.

Without database management software however, maintenance of your database can become quite time consuming and repetitive. Spend your valuable time developing & marketing your business and join the CIMple Solutions Lead Club, were you can be assured that the databases are maintained and you receive a fresh supply of fax numbers every month plus as a CIM lead club member, you will have access to CIM’s toll-free fax removal number & email address to use on your disclaimer for anyone who wants to be removed.

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 How Many Others Will Receive The Same Database Of Fax Numbers?

CIM has several databases of fax numbers. We have included a space on our order form to indicate the business(es) that you will be promoting. We monitor our lists to avoid supplying the same database of fax numbers to those who are promoting the same businesses. We test, clean and format new lists regularly.

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Can I Get Additional Fax Numbers?

Yes, you can join the CIMple Solutions Lead Club and get 5000 to 20,000 fresh fax numbers of opportunity seekers/MLM prospects every month. These fax numbers have been tested for accuracy and response within the last 7-21 days and are 100% connectable.

You can purchase additional fax numbers from CIM at any time.   Click on Fax Lists for complete details.

If you have inquired into the price of fax numbers, then you know that CIM offers the best value for your money. We update our databases with all new or changed area codes as well as current fax-me-not requests. You’ll receive fax numbers that are sorted by time zone and are formatted for WinFax Pro. If you can find anyone else that can offer you "quality leads" for a lower price, by all means buy your lists from them.  

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I Have Other Fax Numbers; Can I Import Them Into WinFax Pro?

Any fax number can be imported into WinFax Pro if they are formatted correctly. If you do not know how to format numbers, CIM can format them for you.

CIM will update your numbers with current area codes, split them into smaller files and format them for WinFax Pro. 

The cost for CIM to clean, split & format numbers is $10.00 per thousand

 

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 What Are Some of the Other Benefits to Personal Fax Broadcasting?

  • You can test market different fax flyers to determine which flyer pulls a better response.
  • It is a fact, sometimes people respond to advertisements only after they see them several times.
  • Do you have more than one business to promote? We all know that there’s something for everyone. Use your fax leads to promote all of your businesses.
  • Save thousands of dollars every month on your marketing budget.
  • Explode Your Business!!!!

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What Are The Legalities of Faxing? #16

The laws regarding fax transmissions vary by state.  We have researched and always act in accordance with the TCPA.   Articles are available by visiting the Federal Communications Commission website.  http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/information_directory.html

Note:  The fax numbers that we offer to our customers are of individuals that have opted to receive additional information based on the guidelines of the fax laws.  We test our numbers prior to distribution, which provides the recipients ample time and the opportunity to request to be removed if desired, thus providing our customers with much cleaner lists.  Even with this system in place, there may be times when an individual receives unwanted faxes.  There are several reasons for this.  

  • The remove instructions were not followed correctly.
  • They did not submit their remove request prior to distribution.
  • They have opted onto several lists unknowingly and are being
    inundated with faxes and no longer wish to receive them.
  • They have requested to be removed from another list.  Many people
    think that all the faxes they receive come from the same source and 
    do not realize that they must submit a request for each fax received. 
  • Human error
  • And More...

Additionally, although the Opp Seeker/MLM lists that CIM offers are generally
home based numbers, there are times when a business is opted into a list, starts to receive faxes and the management gets upset.  The problem is that the majority of people do not understand how lists are compiled and in the case with businesses, it happens most often because an employee has requested information and provides the fax number at their place of employment, which by law, gives the broadcaster the right to fax to the number provided.

There are a multiple variations of the aspects of list management and 99% of the time, the system works as it is designed to, but there are times when something slips through the cracks, so to speak, and must be handled individually.  CIM has been distributing fax lists for over 5 years and has never has an issue with unwanted faxes that could not be handled by anything but communication with a recipient.   

Please Note: The advertising of goods, products, or real property by transmitting unsolicited facsimiles may be in violation of state and federal law, and may subject the advertiser to civil penalties.

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