Veterans Day Discounts in Warner Robins Georgia

What better way to show our appreciation for all that our soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and coast guard have done to preserve our freedoms than to offer them free and discounted services this Veterans Day weekend (Nov 11th-12th 2012).

Below is a list of Veterans Day discounts in Warner Robins and the surrounding communities for active duty, reservists, retirees, and veterans.  As always, check with the individual store/vendor to ensure the discount is available.

• 2 Guys and A Pie – 10% off
• AAA Pool Supply – 5% off
• Aeropostle – 10% off
• American Eagle – 10% off
• Applebees – Free signature meal.  10% off everyday
• Arby’s – Free Classic Roast Beef Sandwich
• Arrow Exterminators – 10% off
• AT&T – 15% off
• AutoZone – Free APO/FPO shipping
• Best Buy – 10% off
• Big Lots – 10% off
• Budget Truck Rental – 15% off personal moves and 20% off moves with military orders
• Burger King – Discount varies per location
• Captain D’s – Discount varies per location
• Chick-Fil-A – 10% off
• Chili’s – Free entree
• Chrysler Jeep Dodge – $500 rebate
• Colonial Storage – 10% off
• Comfort Inn & Suites - Govt per diem rate
• Country Inn & Suites - Discount varies per location
• Dairy Queen – Discount varies per location
• Denny’s – All-you-can-eat Pancakes (Monday)
• Destiny’s Boutique – 10% off
• Dickey’s BBQ – Free Big BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
• Dunkin’ Donuts – 10% off
• Dollar General – 10% off
• Duval Orthodontics – 50% off
• Edge Fitness – $25 enrollment fee
• El Bronco – 7% off
• Family Dollar – 10% off
• Fairfield Inn & Suites – Govt per diem rate
• Ford – $500 Bonus Cash (not available on all models)
• Forever Diamonds – 7% off
• Fountain Car Wash – Free car wash
• General Motors – Up to $3000 discount, make/model dependent
• Golden Corral – Free dinner (Monday)
• GOO GOO Express Wash – Free car wash
• Hardees – 10% off
• Home Depot – 10% off daily
• HoneyBaked Ham – 10% off
• Hooters – 10 free boneless wings
• Houston Fence Company – 10% off
• IHOP – 20% off
• Jameson Inn – 10% off
• Jiffy Lube – 10% off
• Johnny’s New York Style Pizza – 10% off
• KFC – Discount varies per location
• Kingdom Impact – 10% off
• Kmart – 10% off
• Krispy Kreme Doughnut – A free doughnut
• Little Caesars – Free crazy bread sticks
• Lonestar Steakhouse – Free appetizer (Monday)
• Long John Silvers – Discount varies per location
• Longhorn Steakhouse – 10% off
• Lowe’s – 10% off daily
• Mane Gang Salon – 10% off haircuts
• McDonalds – Discount varies per location
• Meineke – 10% off
• Michaels – 10% off
• Middle Georgia Tile – 10% off
• Moe’s Southwest Grill – 10% off
• Napa Auto Parts – Discount varies per location
• National Parks – Free admission all weekend
• O’Charleys – 10% off
• Old Navy – 10% off (Monday)
• Olive Garden – Free meal (Monday)
• Olympia Skate Center – 50% off admission
• Outback Steakhouse – Free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coke
• Pizza Hut – Discount varies per location
• Popeyes – 10% off
• Quality Suites – Discount varies per location
• Quiznos – Discount varies per location
• Red Lobster – Free appetizer
• Red Robin - Free Bottomless Steak Fries
• Road Runner Car Wash – Free car wash
• Sally Beauty Supply – Free membership and 5% off
• Shane’s Rib Shack – 10% off
• Sleep Number – Discounts vary
• Shoe Carnival – 10% off
• Sonic – Discount varies per location
• SpeedWash Warner Robins – Free car wash
• Splash N Dash Car5 Wash – Free car wash
• Sportclips – Free haircut (Monday) and 20% off everyday
• Sports Authority – 15% off
• Sprint – 15% off
• Sticky Fingers Smokehouse – 10% off
• Subway – Free 6-inch sub
• Sunflower Equipment Rental – 10% off
• Taco Bell – Discount varies per location
• Target Portrait Studio – 50% off portrait collections
• Texas Roadhouse – Free meal until 4pm (Monday)
• T.G.I. Fridays – Free lunch (Monday)
• Toyota – $500 rebate
• Toys “R” Us – 20% off one item
• Verizon – 15% off
• Vision Center – 10% off
• Vision Savers – 10% off
• Walgreens – 15% off
• Warner Robins Supply – 10% off
• Wellston Pawn – 10% off
• Wendy’s – 10% off
• Zaxby’s – 10% off

A valid military ID, state issued ID card, membership in a veteran service organization, or DD-214 is required to receive the discount, and vendor participation is voluntary, so make sure the discount is available. In addition, many of these stores offer daily savings, you just have to ask.

As always, Warner Robins community information is provided as a courtesy by your Warner Robins Real Estate Specialist, Anita Clark.

Veterans Day Discounts in Warner Robins Georgia

Military Discounts – Active, Reserve, and Retired

Active duty, reservists, and retired US military personnel…The below list represents 200+ stores and services that offer discounts to you and your immediate family members.

Remember to  ALWAYS present your military or retired ID and ask if a discount is offered.  Happy shopping…You have earned it!

Ensure you verify with the store/organization that the discount is still available.  Participation by business owners is at their discretion.

• 1-800-Flowers – 7% to 60% off
• A&W - Discount varies
• ADT Security – Discount varies
• Advance Auto Parts – 10% off
• Aeropostale - 20% off in-store
• Agentsource.com - Up to 40% off standard real estate closing costs for active duty moving in the US or Canada
• Alamo Rent A Car – Discount varies
• American Airlines – Discount varies
• American Eagle – 10% off (manager discretion)
• American Video Productions -10% off
• Amtrak - 10% off
• Anchor Blue – 10% off
• Anheuser – Busch Amusement Parks - Discount varies
• Anna’s Linens - 10% off any in-store purchase
• Apple Computers - Discount varies, sign up here
• Applebee’s - Discount varies
• Arby’s - Discount varies
• Ashford University - Discounted tuition at $250 a credit, books are covered for all required courses, waived application fee, and waived technology fee
• Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association (ASMBA) - Free membership and free $5,000 AD&D coverage.  See my ASMBA post for more details.
• AT&T - Discount varies
• ATG – $10 off home and garden products
• Auto Zone - Discount varies
• Avis - 25% off, online customers use coupon AWD # A555084
• Azamara Cruises - Discount varies
• Back Yard Burgers - Discount varies
• Banana Republic – 15% in-store discount off regular priced items (varies by location)
• Barnes and Noble – 6% off regular price plus free shipping
• Barnhill’s – Discount varies
• Bass Pro Shops – 10% off from the 15th to 22nd of each month
• Bath & Body Works – Discount varies
• Bed & Breakfast Inns – Discount varies
• Best Inns and Suites – Discount varies
• Best Western – Discount varies
• Beyond Blossoms – 20% off all flower orders throughout the year
• Big 10 Tires – Discount varies
• Blockbuster – Discount varies
• Boscov’s- 15% off in-store purchases
• Boston Bill Sunglasses – 10% off
• Boston Market – 20% off
• Bronson Labratories – 10% off vitamins/supplements
• Buckle – 10% off, free shipping
• Budget – Discount varies, up to 25% off time and mileage
• Budget Truck Rental – Discount varies
• Burger King – Discount varies
• Camino Real Apartments – 5% discount
• Captain D’s – Discount varies
• Carl’s Jr. – Discount varies
• Carnival Cruises – 10% off
• Champs Sports - Discount varies
• Charlotte Russe – 10% off
• Checker Auto Parts - Discount varies
• Chevy’s Fresh Mex - 20% off
• Chick Fil A - Discount varies (location dependent)
• Chipotle - Discount varies
• Choice Hotels – Discounts varies
• Ci-Ci’s Pizza - Discount varies (location dependent)
• Cingular - Up to 18% off your bill and 25% off accessories
• Clarion Inn - Discount varies
• Cold Stone Creamery – Discount varies
• Comfort Inn - Discount varies
• Coolmilitary *dot* com - 10% off on-line purchases
• Copeland’s Sports - Discount varies
• Cracker Barrel – 10% off
• D.S.W. Shoe Warehouse - 10% off
• Dairy Queen – 10% off (location dependent)
• Days Inn – Discount varies
• Dell Computers – Discount varies
• Denny’s - Discount varies
• Dick’s Sporting Goods – Discount varies
• DIRECTV – Discount Varies.  Ask about the $75 Visa Gift Card for new subscribers
• Discovery Channel Store – Discount varies
• DISH Network – Discount varies, call 866-395-9955 for details
• Disney Resorts – Discount varies
• Disneyland – Discount varies, must buy ticket at the gate
• Dollar Car Rental – Discount varies
• Drugstore.com – $10 off $50+ orders & free shipping
• Dunkin’ Donuts – Veterans advantage members save 10% on all online orders
• El Molino Coffee Shop – Free shipping
• Express Clothing Store – 10% off
• Extreme Outfitters – 10-20% off miiltary gear, on-line and in-store
• Eyeware – Discount varies, get the discount on-line
• Fatbikez.com – 18% off.  Coupon code: Military
• Finish Line – 20% off
• Foot Action – 20% off
• Foot Locker – 20% off
• Ford – Discount varies
• Forever 21 – 10% off
• Friendly’s Ice Cream Stores – Discount varies
• GameStop – 16% off all used games & DVDs
• Gander Mountain – 5% off
• Gap – 10% military discount 1st of every month (varies by location, in-store only)
• Geico – 2% to 15% in all states except Georgia, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, Tennessee and Texas
• GM – Discount varies
• GNC – Discount varies
• Golden Corral – Discount varies
• Great Wolf Lodge – Discount varies
• Green Island Apparel - 10% off
• Greyhound – 10% off or ask about the $209 round-trip anywhere in the continental U.S. fare
• H&R Block – Free tax filing, via Military OneSource
• Haber Vision – 50% discount on all sunglasses
• Hanes Outlet Store – 10% off
• Hard Rock Cafe – 10% off
• Hertz – Discount varies
• Hewlett-Packard – Discount varies, on-line company code is 2727
• HickoryFarms – 10% off, online code is 892848
• Home Depot – 10% off, in-store
• Hooters – 10% off
• IHOP - 20% (location dependent)
• Imax – $1 off movie tickets
• Inkshouse – 20% off $50 or more purchase, use cod Mil20
• ISZY Billards – 10% off (except case lots)
• Java Cafe - Discount varies
• Jeep – $500 off
• Jiffy Lube – 10% off
• Jockey – 10% off
• KB Toys - 15% off during advertised Military Days
• Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants – Discount varies
• K-Mart – 10% off entire order (online only)
• Kohl’s – 10% off
• Kragen Auto Parts – Discount varies
• Lady Foot Locker – 20% off
• Lerner – 15% off
• Long John Silver’s – Discount varies
• Longhorn Steakhouse – 10% off
• Lowes – 10% off everyday
• Macy’s – Save $10 on orders over $75
• Marriott Hotels – Discount varies
• Maurices – 10% off
• Mary Kay Cosmetics – 10% off online orders
• McDonalds – Discount varies
• Meineke – 10% off parts.  In store only
• Michaels – 10% off each Wednesdays
• Midas – 10% off
• Moe’s – Discount varies
• Napa Auto Parts – Discount varies
• National – Discount varies
• Nautica – 10% off
• New York and Company – 15% off
• Nextel – 18% off
• Nickelodeon Hotels – Discount varies
• Nike – 10% off
• O’Reilly Auto Parts – Discount varies
• Oakley – Discount varies
• Office Depot – Free next day business delivery on orders over $50
• Old Navy – 10% off
• Pac Sun – Discount varies
• Panda Express – Discount varies
• Payless Shoe Source – 10% off
• Pep Boys – 10% off
• Pizza Hut – Discount varies
• Play It Again Sports – Discount varies
• Quizno’s – Discount varies
• Race-Depot – 10% off, use code 10MILCITY
• Rack Room Shoes – 15% off
• Raising Cane’s Chicken – Discount varies
• Ralph Lauren Outlet Store – 10% off
• Ramada – 15% to 30%, depending on availability
• Red Robin – Discount varies
• Regal Movie Theaters – Matinee prices for all show times
• Ripley’s Attractions and Museums – Discount varies
• Roadrunner – $25 savings on nationwide auto shipping
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory – 10% off
• Rocky Mountain Tracking – 5% off, use code USMILITARY
• S & K Men’s Wear – 8% off, free shipping on orders over $99
• Sally Beauty Supply – Discount varies
• Samsonite – 15% off
• Schubach Jewelers – 10% off
• Seventh Avenue – 10% off
• Ship Any Car – $25 off
• Shoe Carnival – 10% off
• Sierra Suites – Discount varies
• Six Flags Mountain Magic – Service members receive special discounts on admission for special events and specific dates.  Tickets must be purchased in advance on-base at MWR or ITT
• Sizzler – Discount varies
• Sleep Inn – Discount varies
• Smooth Fitness – 10% off
• Sonic - Discount varies
• Southwest Airlines – Discount varies (not available on all flights)
• Spencer’s Gifts – Discount varies
• Sports Authority – Discount varies
• Sports Chalet – 10% off
• SportsMemorabilia.com – 10% off, use on-line code mili10
• Sprint Business – 15% off
• Suzuki - $500 off
• Sweet Tomatoes – 10% off
• T-Mobile – 15% discount on monthly service and waived activation fees
• Taco Bell – Discount varies
• Target – $5 off orders over $50
• Texas RoadHouse – 10% off
• The Finish Line – 20% off (location dependent)
• The Melting Pot – Discount varies
• THMotorSports – 5% off
• Timberland Outlets - 15% off
• Tommy Hilfiger – 10% off
• Toyota – $500 off + $500 for first-time buyers
• Travelodge – Discount varies
• U.S. Postal Service – Free Care Package Kit
• Under Armor Outlet Store – 10% off
• United Artist Movie Theaters – Matinee prices for all show times
• Verizon – 23% discount on monthly bills. Applies only to military member’s primary line
• Walgreens – 10% off each Tuesday
• Wendy’s – Discount varies
• Wet Seal – 10% off
• Wheels Next – $50 off regular priced wheel and tire combos
• Wing Zone – 10% off in Alabama
• World of Coca Cola – $2 off standard admission price for service member and up to four guests
• Wyndham Hotels – Discount varies
• Zaxby’s – 10% off

Information obtained via military *dot* com and http://www.bradsdeals.com.

In addition to the military discounts above, here are additional Military Discounts in Warner Robins GA 31088.

Military relocating to Robins AFB…As a retired Air Force spouse, I understand the unique challenges you face during a PCS move.

Visit Homes for Sale in Warner Robins to preview the complete list of Houston County and Warner Robins Real Estate or call me at (478) 960-8055 so we can discuss your Warner Robins Real Estate needs.

A Bittersweet Homecoming: Transitioning and Finding the Right Home

For many service members, the thought of leaving the military is bittersweet. No longer will they be separated from loved ones, be shipped from base to base, or have to deal with ambush drills in the middle of the night. However, on the other hand, these returning soldiers will be separated from the life they have come to know and love, separated from their brothers and sisters in arms, and removed from the daily routine of a US soldier.

While some veterans may have trouble reintegrating back into civilian life, they should know there are many programs available to offer support. Non-profit organizations such as Operation Homefront, Hire Heroes USA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Transition Assistance Program all offer amazing programs to reintegrate our nation’s heroes back into civilian life.

On top of these organizations, new legislation, such as the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011, provides veterans with even more opportunities to seamlessly transition back into a civilian role. This legislation provides five comprehensive actions to assimilate veterans, including:

• Expanding education and training, to provide up to 100,000 pre Sept. 11, 2001 veterans with up to an additional year of Montgomery GI Bill benefits
• Improving the VA’s Transition Assistance Program and requiring it for all service members who are soon to be discharged
• Facilitating a seamless transition by enabling veterans to establish their job preference for civil service jobs. This ensures employment soon after discharge, instead of waiting months for the application process to finish
• Translating military skills and training into civilian employment, such as  licensing and certification in sectors like automotive repair, truck driving, nurses, and medical services
• Providing tax credits to businesses who hire veterans and disabled veterans who are out of work

With programs like these, veterans will have less trouble finding employment and have more time to spend on settling their families.

Service members and veterans have multiple options when deciding if it is the right time to settle in a specific area like Warner Robins GA. Active members can always use their Basic Allowance for Housing to purchase a home or an apartment off base, so they can be with their families more often. While this is a great option for some, BAH doesn’t usually always cover all your living expenses, which means living on base could definitely be a better option.

However, for many of those out of the service they must make the choice between renting and buying. Good thing the majority of veterans and service members are eligible for the VA loan program. The VA loan program takes into account the military lifestyle and caters directly to their needs through benefits like an optional down payment, no private mortgage insurance, and lax eligibility requirements.

Veterans and active duty military members should always consider of it is the right time to buy a home. While rates may be at all-time lows, it may not be advantageous if you are an active member and are assigned a new duty station every two to four years.

On the other hand, veterans must consider if they are happy in their current area. Military members are used to traveling and their birthplace may not be where they want to settle.

If a veteran decides they are in the right position to buy a home, they should consult a real estate agent and start their search. It is always a good practice to talk to a VA approved lender and get pre-qualified, so you know your limits.

While the VA home loan has very lax requirements, a credit score of at least 620 is preferred and your rate will get better as your score increases, as shown in Veterans United’s no-nonsense guide to understanding credit score.

In addition to credit requirements, the VA home loan program also has a service requirement. A veteran or service member must fall into only one of the following:

• An active duty soldier or veteran who served 90 days consecutively on active duty during wartime or 181 days consecutively during peacetime.
• A Reservist or National Guard member must have served a minimum of six years.
• In some cases, the non-remarried spouse of a fallen service member can be eligible.

For more information on the benefits and deciding if a home is right for you, contact Anita Clark Realtor or a VA approved lender.

Military, Civilians, and Contractors Relocating to Robins AFB, Warner Robins Georgia 31088

Active duty military, civilians, or contractors relocationg to Robins Air Force Base here in Warner Robins Georgia…you no doubt have many questions about buying a home, rental properties, places of worship, schools, the surrounding area, and Robins AFB in general, right?

Who do you call? Who can you trust? Who will provide you straight forward answers in a prompt fashion to your questions?  It makes sense to contact a professional who can assist with all all your inquiries.

As a military spouse (retired) and wife of a civilian employee on RAFB, I understand the commitments, responsibilities, and stressors you are faced with during your transition.   I will do everything I can to make your transition to Houston County GA and Robins Air Force Base as smooth as possible!

Call me at (478) 960-8055 or go online and request a free information packet via my Warner Robins Real Estate site.

Welcome Home to Warner Robins Georgia 31088 and Robins Air Force Base!

The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce recently re-invigorated the local Military Discount Program to show support for our troops stationed at Robins Air Force Base and surrounding military installations.

The list below highlights the Houston County GA business’ that have signed up and are already providing discounts (type, duration, and amount at business discretion) to those in uniform.

If your business provides a discount and you’re not on the list, or you want to start providing a discount, contact Johnnie McCrary at (478) 922-8585  or  jmccrary@robinsregion.com.  He will need the following information:

• Business Name
• Address
• Phone Number
• Discount Details
• Who Discount Applies To

In addition to the local discounts above, many regional and/or national stores also offer savings.  Follow the Discounts for Military Personnel and Family Members link for full details.

As always, community information is provided as a courtesy by your Warner Robins Real Estate Specialist, Anita Clark Realtor®.

Not to worry, I am a military spouse (retired) and Realtor in Warner Robins GA, and know exactly what you are going through.  Been there and done that…many times.  That’s a big reason why I created my Warner Robins Real Estate Blog, so anyone who is unfamiliar with this area could get a better idea what is available.  Whether you work with me to help you find a home or not, I encourage you to review my blog as there is a wealth of community, subdivision, helpful hints, and of course real estate information available.   

Getting moved is your first priority so call me, ANITA, at (478) 960-8055 if I can be of assistance or go online and request a free information packet via my Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA website.

Welcome Home to Warner Robins and Robins AFB!

Military Personnel…did you know that you qualify for the Federal Housing Tax Credit?  You MUST be under contract on or before April 30th, 2011 and your closing must be on or before June 30th, 2011.

Here are the program requirements:

Qualifications

• Had an extended duty outside of the U.S. between January 1st, 2009 and May 1st, 2010
  • Exceptions apply for those who had to return early because of medical issues
• Must enter into a binding contract before May 1st, 2011
• Must close on your home before July 1st, 2011
• First-time buyers can qualify for up to $8,000
• Repeat buyers can qualify for up to $6,500

Restrictions

• Homes to be purchased must be less than $800,000
• Gross income for single individuals must be less than $145,000
• Gross income for joint tax filers must be less than $245,000
• Home buyer must be at least 18 years old
• For first-time buyers, selling the house or not using it as your principal residence within 3 years of purchase may make you liable for recapture of the tax credit (can be waived)
• For repeat buyers, you must own/live in the property for 5 consecutive years (can be waived)

If you’re relocating to, or are already stationed at Robins Air Force Base, the tax credit can save up to $8,000 for first time buyers and up to $6,500 for repeat home buyers, NOW is the time to buy a home in Warner Robins, Houston County, or a surrounding community!

Visit my Warner Robins Real Estate website to preview a complete list of Homes for Sale in Warner Robins.

When you’re ready to buy, call me at (478) 960-8055 for all your Warner Robins Real Estate needs.

The Armed Services mutual Benefit Association offers free membership and a free $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance policy for all the groups listed below.

• Active Duty Military (includes National Guard, Active Reserve, and Individual Ready Reserve)
• Cadets, Midshipmen, and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps students
• Merchant Marines
• National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration personnel
• Retired military (under age 65)
• Uniformed Public Health Services folks

Other low-cost insurance options are available (as well as discounts from Dell, MetLife, and ID Theft Assist).  As always, ensure you read/understand what you are getting, how much it costs, and how to collect in the event of a tragedy.

Military relocating to Robins AFB…Call me today at (478) 960-8055 for all your Houston County GA and Warner Robins Real Estate needs.

Visit my Warner Robins Realtor website to preview a complete list of Homes for Sale in Warner Robins or to Search for Homes in Houston County GA.