{"id":9592,"date":"2023-09-18T16:20:03","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T16:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=9592"},"modified":"2023-09-18T16:20:03","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T16:20:03","slug":"exchange-waives-layaway-fees-for-military-shoppers-ahead-of-holiday-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2023\/09\/18\/exchange-waives-layaway-fees-for-military-shoppers-ahead-of-holiday-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Waives Layaway Fees For Military Shoppers Ahead of Holiday Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS<\/strong> \u2013 Military shoppers can start holiday shopping early with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s layaway service\u2014checking off wish lists early with a waived service fee<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Layaways of toys, clothing, bikes and more are eligible for a waived service fee of $3 when paid in full and picked up by Dec. 24. Layaway purchases including computers, laptops, notebooks, tablets, iPads and smartwatches must be paid in full and picked up by close of business on Dec. 15.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Exchange\u2019s fee free layaway helps military shoppers get a head start on holiday shopping,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Osby, Exchange senior enlisted advisor. \u201cThis promotion helps service members and their families make the most of their holiday gift budget with separate payments on military-exclusive priced items and everyday tax-free savings.\u201d<\/p>\n

To start a new layaway, military shoppers must pay a deposit of 15% of the total purchase price. Shoppers can visit their local Exchange customer service desk for more details.<\/p>\n

Facebook-friendly version: <\/strong>Start shopping for the holidays early with the Exchange\u2019s fee-free layaway option. The Exchange is waiving the service fee on toys, computers, smartwatches and more when layaways are paid in full and picked up on time through Dec. 24. Read more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-2uI<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians 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 54th<\/sup>-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.5 billion in earnings for critical military Quality-of-Life programs. 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 Keiana Holleman, 214-312-6514 or hollemankl@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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