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Christine Anez

The 7 Most Common Mistakes Texans Make When Switching Plans

On paper, having dozens of plans to choose from sounds like a good thing. In practice, it creates a lot of noise.

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Alfred Poindexter

Power to Choose Alternatives

If you live in a deregulated part of Texas, you’ve probably heard, “Just go to Power to Choose.” It’s the official state website for comparing electricity plans. But it’s not the only way...

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Alfred Poindexter

Gexa Energy vs 4Change Energy Comparison

Gexa Energy and 4Change Energy take two very different paths to power Texas homes. Gexa Energy stands out for its competitive pricing and commitment to helping customers make smarter energy choices.

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Luis Luna

What Does Electricity Deregulation Really Mean in Texas?

Electricity in Texas doesn’t work like it does in most other states. Because of deregulation, most Texans can choose their own retail electricity provider rather than being locked into a single utility company.

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Alfred Poindexter

Tiered Electricity Plans in Texas

Tiered electricity plans are among the options available in Texas’s deregulated market. Since the early 2000s, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has required Retail Electricity Providers (REPs) to display the average...

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