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    Exchange Expands Layaway Program to Include Computers, Laptops for Back-to-School Season

    Military shoppers can put laptops and tablets on layaway

    Courtesy Photo | The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping military families go to back to...... read more read more

    DALLAS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    07.05.2018

    Story by Julie Mitchell 

    Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ

    DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping military families go to back to school while sticking to a budget by extending its layaway program to include computers and tablets needed to succeed in the classroom.

    From July 1 to Aug. 31, just in time for back-to-school season, Soldiers, Airmen and other military shoppers can use layaway at their local Exchange to hold computers, notebooks, tablets and iPads—items that are not typically eligible for the layaway program.

    “Using up-to-date technology is vital to succeeding in the classroom,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, Exchange senior enlisted advisor. “The extended layaway program helps parents and students manage their budget for back-to-school expenses.”

    A $3 service fee and a deposit of 15 percent are required to hold items on layaway. Items must be picked up by Aug. 31. Shoppers can visit customer service at their local Exchange for complete details.

    Facebook-friendly version: From July 1 to Aug. 31, just in time for back-to-school season, Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can use layaway to hold computers, notebooks, tablets and iPads—items that are not typically eligible for the layaway program.

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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 56th-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. 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 or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.

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    Media Notes:

    For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Julie Mitchell, 214-312-3327 or mitchelljul@aafes.com.

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    Date Taken: 07.05.2018
    Date Posted: 07.09.2018 10:02
    Story ID: 283556
    Location: DALLAS, TEXAS, US

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