i hear ya, tom! wish we could go the centurylink way but we live in lady lake which is still on satellite for television, internet speed is practically in reverse mode compared to comcast speed [slightly faster than dial-up] and their telephone service is little better that two tin cans and a string! i do give them props for their customer service, tho - don't think i have ever been disappointed or frustrated with that!
it seems that the utilities in each of my home locations restrict 'vacation' service to six months/yr whether you are there or not. i can't get upset over it - i save my jersey for bigger fish!
good luck in your quest!
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