{"id":2689,"date":"2018-09-18T15:11:42","date_gmt":"2018-09-18T15:11:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=2689"},"modified":"2018-09-18T17:34:24","modified_gmt":"2018-09-18T17:34:24","slug":"exchange-protection-plans-offer-peace-of-mind-for-military-shoppers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2018\/09\/18\/exchange-protection-plans-offer-peace-of-mind-for-military-shoppers\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Protection Plans Offer Peace of Mind for Military Shoppers"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"DALLAS \u2013 <\/strong>Buying big-ticket items can be stressful enough for Soldiers, Airmen and their families without worrying about damage or wear and tear devaluing the purchase.<\/p>\n

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service offers shoppers a way to protect their important purchases from these risks and dangers with Exchange Protection Plans<\/a> for electronics, jewelry, appliances, lawn and garden tools and more.<\/p>\n

The Exchange Protection Plans secure major purchases from the most common threats, including accidental damage from handling; breakdowns due to heat, dust and humidity; and power surges. Protection plans can be purchased for varying length of years\u2014up to lifetime coverage\u2014for as little as 2 percent of the item price.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Exchange appreciates that Airmen, Soldiers and their families choose to spend their hard-earned money with us,\u201d said Army Col. Collin Fortier, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s military community liaison. \u201cWe want to do all we can to help them protect their purchases so they get the most value for their money.\u201d<\/p>\n

Shoppers can easily add an Exchange Protection Plan to eligible purchases by speaking with an associate at checkout or by adding to online purchases when prompted at ShopMyExchange.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Facebook-friendly version: <\/strong>Military shoppers can get peace of mind with their big-ticket purchases with an Exchange Protection Plan that protects against the most common risks, such as accidental damage, power surges and wear and tear. Protection plans are available for electronics, gaming items, jewelry, appliances, sporting goods and more. Read more:\u00a0https:\/\/bit.ly\/2NQEPBu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 61st-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.4 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marisa Wolfe at 214-312-5111 or wolfema@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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