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I think it is unnecessary, makes money off veterans and actually limits benefits to veteran. Example, airlines now only give you discounts if you are signed up and a member of this program. Seems that only 2 groups are benefiting; the guy who created “Veterans Advantage” (they offer ‘memberships’ for $70 bucks) and the companies (they can still say they offer discounts, but by having veterans jump through hoops they actually end up providing far fewer discounts in total.)
Anyone have a positive experience? We already have IDme which is used by the VA and other government agencies, why do we have a private for profit company acting as a middleman in this process?
Just curious….
Anyone have a positive experience? We already have IDme which is used by the VA and other government agencies, why do we have a private for profit company acting as a middleman in this process?
Just curious….
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Military Discounts
Military Discounts
Posted 6 mo ago
Responses: 5
CDR Riley Berzka I have not used Veterans Advantage. I agree with you that Veterans can obtain many discounts without having to pay for a membership.
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Years ago, I used them once. Some companies want to make money. As you mentioned, ID.me and others are free since the merchants pay for the service. Not worth it unless you use a merchant that only gives discounts with Veterans Advantage.
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IDme charges the agencies that utilize it, but that’s electronic validations. I have to agree that it seems crappy that a company makes veterans jump through hoops which actually limits the discounts that they give, but then advertise all over how they support the military. (I’m talking to you major airlines!)
Seems that this guy who created this program is just out to make a buck off the back of his fellow veterans…my county in NY gave me a “veteran ID” after I filed my dd214 with them, so paying 70 bucks for this guy to do it seems a rip off. And the resources listed on his website are sparse, the VA, all States and many other sites offer more, for free.
Guess you’re paying for convenience and your hard earned discounts?
I say shame on the airlines for forcing veterans to use this to get a discount while they wave their advertising flags bragging how they support the military.
Seems that this guy who created this program is just out to make a buck off the back of his fellow veterans…my county in NY gave me a “veteran ID” after I filed my dd214 with them, so paying 70 bucks for this guy to do it seems a rip off. And the resources listed on his website are sparse, the VA, all States and many other sites offer more, for free.
Guess you’re paying for convenience and your hard earned discounts?
I say shame on the airlines for forcing veterans to use this to get a discount while they wave their advertising flags bragging how they support the military.
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SgtMaj Henry Sinclair
This is absolutely unacceptable! As a veteran who has dedicated their life to this country, I shouldn't have to deal with such bureaucracy and pay to prove my status. It's just another example of companies trying to profit off our effort and dedication. We deserve better, and it's infuriating when they make it harder for us to access the discounts and support we've rightfully earned!
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