[Big Post COVID Update] Here‘s all Veterans & Servicemembers need to know about their benefits & save $1,000s in 2024!
Read on to see all updated benefits & deals Veterans and Servicemembers can take advantage of in 2024! Many benefits were paused during COVID but are now back in full! Save thousands by utilizing your benefits to the fullest!
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[Heroes Sail Free] Free 2-Night Cruise Tickets for Veterans and Active-Duty Military
Veterans and active-duty troops can now sail on a free three-day, two-night cruise aboard the Margaritaville at Sea - which sails from the Port of Palm Beach, Florida to Freeport, Grand Bahama Island.
In its "Heroes Sail Free" program, veterans, active-duty troops, first responders and educators who are verified through the GovX ID system can get free passage on two-night sailings
Please note that to claim this benefit you need to be verified through the GovX ID platform and it might carry blackout dates. Tickets are not-transferable and qualified passengers can take one free cruise per year.
You can check for dates here
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National Park Access Is Back without limitations! Veterans & Gold Star Families get free entrance to national parks!
DoD & DoI finally recognized all Veterans & Gold Star Families back in 2020! Veterans and Gold Star Families will be granted free access to national parks and other Federal lands managed by the DoI regardless of their healthcare status. That means everyone who has served in the armed forces is eligible and with Covid restrictions gone now is the perfect time to enjoy a day out with your family (or on your own)!
Entrance fees for the National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and standard amenity recreation fees for the Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Reclamation sites will be waived for Veterans and Gold Star Families. They will have free access to approximately 2,000 public locations spread out across more than 400 million acres of public lands.
Please note that this is only in affect for national parks and federal lands – not state parks! However, many state parks do also offer free or discounted fees to Veterans!
Here’s who qualifies and what you need to bring:
“For purposes of this program, a Veteran is identified as an individual who has served in the United States Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, and is able to present one of the following forms of identification:”
- Department of Defense Identification Card
- Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)
- Veteran ID Card
- Veterans designation on a state-issued U.S. driver’s license or identification card
Gold Star Families are next of kin of a member of the United States Armed Forces who lost his or her life in a “qualifying situation”, such as a war, an international terrorist attack, or a military operation outside of the United States while serving with the United States Armed Forces.
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Military Members & Veterans Never Pay Home Repairs Out Of Pocket Again!
Did you know the typical homeowner pays between 1% and 4% of their home’s value in major repairs each year? With the average home value at $348k in 2022 that comes out somewhere between $3,500 and $14,000 – EACH year!
Still unknown to many is this brilliant Program that we use to help Military & Veteran Homeowners avoid paying for covered appliance failures, furnace breakdowns and so much more!
You likely have Homeowners Insurance, right? This Program is similar to a homeowners insurance plan, but it actually covers many things that an insurance plan won’t like a broken refrigerator, a broken furnace or the replacement of air conditioning unit.
So don't wait around and let Uncle Murphy ruin your day, week, month or even year! Protect your home today and never pay for home repairs out of pocket again!
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Space-A is back & new regulations allow dependents of Disabled Veterans to join Space-A flights!
Have you heard of or used Space-A travel in the past years? If you’ve got some time on your hands, it’s a great way to travel at little to no cost! Basically, Space-A flights allow passengers to fill unused seats on DoD aircraft.
Many disabled Veterans have used it since it was first introduced back in 2019 and they joined Retirees and their spouses, National Guard Members, Reserve Members, and surviving spouses of those who died on active duty in their ability to utilize this benefit.
However, dependents of disabled Veterans were not able to accompany said Veteran – at least until the end of 2020. In the middle of the Pandemic DoD rolled out a change to the eligibility requirements, permanently adding the dependents of totally or permanently disabled veterans. As of 2023, they can now accompany their veteran sponsor on flights within the continental US or connecting flights to and from Alaska, Hawaii or US territories.
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Military Members, Veterans & Spouses Can Get a $500,000 Tax Free Term Life Policy starting at only $30/mo. in 2024!
As a military member, you've dedicated your life to protecting others. Now, it's time to ensure the same level of protection for your loved ones. Imagine this: you've just celebrated your second wedding anniversary, a baby is on the way, and you've just settled into a new home. Life is progressing exactly as planned, but have you given thought to your family's financial security?
The military's Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI) provide a maximum payout of $500,000. While this may seem like a substantial amount, is it really enough to secure your family's financial future? In addition to that, many Veterans dropped out without any coverage and can't reenroll into VGLI by now.
Let's break down the numbers: the average cost of raising a child in the United States until age 17 is approximately $233,000. Add to this the average cost of a house, which stands at $284,600. Combining these two major life expenses, we're already exceeding the SGLI/VGLI maximum payout at $517,600. And this doesn't even factor in future expenses like college education, medical bills, or retirement savings!
As of January 1st, 2024, Military Members, Veterans, and their families can now get an additional $500,000 in coverage!
In fact, you can get different coverage options starting at $10,000 (for burial plans) all the way up to $3,000,000 starting at only $1/day. All you have to do is fill out a short questionnaire. No medical exam needed. By clicking the button below, you will be redirected to a designated online portal where you can complete the required questionnaire. This process ensures that the relief is provided only to those who have served (discharge must be under other than dishonorable conditions - e.g., honorable, under honorable conditions, general, medical) or are currently serving our country.
Protect Your Family’s Future Today! Quick. Simple. Affordable. No Exams. No Hidden Fees. No BS.
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Free and discounted fishing licenses for Military Members & Veterans!
Regularly check in with your local state government! Regulations change every year but for the most part they’re only getting better. Most states offer at least discounted – some even free – fishing licenses to Veterans and Active Duty! While some might require you to be active duty or having a certain disability rating others do not!
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Hold Off Paying Your Next Car Insurance Bill Until You Read This!
For years insurance rates have only been going up and up. It seems like they never come down. And there’s a good reason for it – they are not. Unfortunately, insurance providers only value new customers and rarely incentivize loyal existing ones. But there’s a simple trick to get the better rates. Shop around. We’re not joking.
New rule in 2024 enables good drivers to cut their rate!
If you’re a Veteran or Servicemember living in a qualified zip code and had no DUI in the past 2 years you might be eligible for massive discounts - we were able to lower our rate from over $100 to only $36 with the same coverage by claiming several discounts at once!
Simply tap on the button below and answer a short questionnaire that won't take you more than 2 minutes to see how much you could save every month!
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Your GI Bill can do much more than you think!
Most people think of college when they hear “GI Bill”, but did you know you could use it for many other programs and trainings?
The VA realizes that college is not the right path for everyone and many Servicemembers choose not to take this path. Over the past few years the GI Bill has expanded greatly and now includes things like:
- Vocational/Technical Training
- Licensing & Certification Reimbursement
- On-the-job/Apprenticeship Training
- National testing Programs such as SAT, CLEP & AP
- Flight & Correspondence Training
Please contact your local VA benefits office or seek the help of your local VSO for more information and assistance with filing a claim!
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Military & Veteran Homeowners Are Qualifying For This Brilliant Service If Their Windows Are Older Than 7+ Years!
Everyone knows old windows do not only look bad but can cost you a massive sum by increasing your utility bills each month or even lead to serious issues around the house when moisture gets in. Poorly sealed or broken windows are among the most common reasons for mold developing!
New windows on the other hand do not only look great and increase your overall home value but also keep your house warm in the winter and cold in the summer – decreasing the power your HVAC needs and thus lowering your utility bills!
A recent study found simply by upgrading your windows to the latest standard you can save up to 43% on your utility bills!
BUT they come with a hefty price tag. At least they used to! Military Members and Veterans can now take advantage of this new Veteran Homes Initiative that helps Military & Veteran Homeowners renewing their windows at the most affordable price.
Combining local discounts, tax incentives, promotions, and military financing options can lead to paying $0 down! Every homeowner should take initiative now and at least check what they qualify for as checking what you’re qualifying for comes at no cost!
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Tricare covers birth control!
Navigating through the Tricare system can be a pain in the ass and very overwhelming! But some things can’t wait – so here’s the short answer: YES, Tricare covers birth control.
Tricare covers all birth control methods prescribed by a Tricare-authorized physician – this also includes things like diaphragms, IUDs, implantable contraceptives and surgical sterilization.
There is no cost connected to fill your prescription from a military pharmacy BUT please note if you take your prescription off-base to a Tricare network pharmacy there will be a copay. It’s usually $13 for generic & $33 for brand-name. Non network pharmacies are NOT covered.
You can also get your prescription delivered to your home – the copay ranges from $10 for generic to $29 for branded.
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Servicemembers & Veterans get paid a clean energy bonus of over $2,039 for going solar at no installation cost!
[Military First] Take advantage of the enormous green energy investment and get paid over $2,039 after install! Yes, you've read that right. Military & Veteran families living in eligible ZIP codes can now get USA Made Solar Panels + a home battery at no cost at install and get paid for it. The best thing about it? Not only could you save $1,120 per year on average on your electric bills by switching to solar, you may also get reimbursed for any excess energy you produce in sunny months!
Find out today if your ZIP code qualifies and start saving big on your energy bill!
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If you have more than $25,000 in Credit Card Debt, start a new journey by getting free of debt today!
Medical expenses, relocation, an unexpected unemployment or simply a visit from good old uncle Murphy – there are a lot of reasons why upstanding citizens and their families can find themselves in a situation where they had to accumulate an insane amount of debt.
Many find themselves in a vicious cycle of minimum payments that barely cover the interest
Fortunately, the team of Freedom Debt Relief – who employ Military Members from all branches - help people like you get out of this downward spiral by resolving all their owed debt with a single, affordable monthly payment and that could be an overall reduction of the amount owed! With the negotiating power of billions in settled debt and hundreds of thousands of clients they work directly with your creditors to settle a debt for less!
Stop worrying about your financial future. It’s true, money can’t buy happiness, but it can buy you peace of mind and could make you more relaxed. To find out if you qualify simply click on the button and answer a few questions about your debt and financial situation. Recommended for $25,000 in unsecured debt – this includes things like credit cards, personal loans, and medical bills! Stop struggling with your debt and find out how you can tackle it.Checking if you qualify is completely free and comes with no strings attached!
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A token of appreciation: These restaurants offer nation-wide discounts to Veterans & Servicemembers!
Everyone needs to eat – and while it’s not much and no one expects them we really appreciate these brands for their little “Thank You”! Please keep in mind most locations require you to bring a valid form of identification and offers might vary!
- Burger King: 10% off military discount just show proper ID
- Carl’s Jr.: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Chick Fil A: Varies, Discount with ID card (location dependent), discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Chipotle: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Cinnabon: 15% off at participating locations with a valid military ID
- Dairy Queen: Get a 10% off your food and ice cream at select Dairy Queen locations. Must have valid military ID
- Del Taco: 50% off at participating locations with valid military ID
- Denny’s: 10% Discount simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Dunkin’ Donuts: Veterans advantage members save 10% on all online orders. They also send free coffee to the troops overseas
- Hard Rock Café: Get a slick 15% off discount when you show your military ID
- IHOP: 10% off your entire meal when you show your military ID to your IHOP server
- Margaritaville: 10% off with valid military ID
- McDonald’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Panda Express: 10% military discount for active personnel. Just flash your ID before ordering your tasty grub
- Popeye’s: 10% off with a valid military ID
- Taco Bell: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
- Texas Roadhouse: Get up to 20% off your bill total with your active military ID. Discount varies by location, ask your server
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Active Duty Members & Veterans cut their mortgage by 6 figures with this program!
Both Active Personnel and retired Military Veterans are often surprised to find out about that they're eligible for massive Mortgage Reduction Programs! Most find out they have been overpaying for quite some time as their realtor/lender was not familiar with VA/Military loans and structures resulting in massively overpaying - especially considering where current mortgage interest rates are. Our experience has shown, most people were eligible and able to take advantage of this program – taking off well over 6 figures in total on both new and pre-existing mortgages!