Why was I gave a different number for my boyfriend to call?
MELISSA MCCOY
The different number is the "special sauce" that makes the calls cheaper.
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The different number is the "special sauce" that makes the calls cheaper. InmateAid's computer algorithm determines the best price based upon the rate calculator on the phone carrier's website. Sometimes the best is a local number, other times it's a completely different state altogether.
We don't make the rules, we use their rules to make your money last a lot longer.
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Accepted Answer Date Created: April 16,2019
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Last reviewed April 2019.