{"id":1728,"date":"2014-09-12T10:55:46","date_gmt":"2014-09-12T15:55:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/pressrelease\/?p=1728"},"modified":"2014-09-12T10:55:46","modified_gmt":"2014-09-12T15:55:46","slug":"army-air-force-exchange-service-brings-back-fee-free-layaway-for-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/pressrelease\/?p=1728","title":{"rendered":"Army & Air Force Exchange Service Brings Back Fee-Free Layaway for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

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DALLAS \u2013 <\/b>As the holidays draw closer, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is bringing back its fee-free layaway<\/a> program, ensuring military shoppers have plenty of time to pay for gifts while keeping them safely out of sight.<\/p>\n

Starting Sept. 12, the Exchange will waive the $3 service fee for items that are placed on layaway and paid for by Dec. 24. Purchases of $25 or more are eligible for the layaway plan.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Exchange\u2019s layaway program is a great choice for shoppers looking to manage their budgets during the holidays,\u201d said Exchange Senior Enlisted Advisor Chief Master Sgt. Tony Pearson. \u201cBy waiving the service fee, the Exchange makes it easy to keep gifts hidden from loved ones who can\u2019t resist snooping.\u201d<\/p>\n

A deposit of 15 percent is required to hold items on layaway at the Exchange. Shoppers can visit customer service for complete program details and eligibility information.<\/p>\n

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The Army & Air Force Exchange Service goes where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives through goods and services provided. Exchange earnings provide dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs. The Exchange is part of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors, responsible to the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the Chiefs of Staff.\u00a0 To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our Web site at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a><\/span>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Julie Mitchell, 214-312-3327\"\"<\/a><\/span> or mitchelljul@aafes.com.<\/p>\n\t

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