Military Discount, do you ask for it? When and where?

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 21:45:18 -0500

Every time I get to my car after shopping I say to myself, you didn't ask for military discount! I may have lost some savings there but it is because I always forget about it.
Do you ask for military discount? If so, when and where?

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 12:14 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 00:14:19 -0500

I check online first. In the end, they are extending their support of You, the person who would lay down your life so they can continue running their business and enjoy their way of life. If they want to say thanks with 10%, then I'll humbly accept and make sure to be a repeat customer.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 6:30 AM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 06:30:35 -0500

If the company recognizes me as a military member or offers it to me Ill take it, but I think its presumptuous of us to think that we are owed something. I for one didn't join the military to be owed anything, I did it because I love this country and...well the pay isn't to bad either.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 6:33 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 06:33:25 -0500

I ask nearly every time.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 11:48 AM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 11:48:57 -0500

Never, I always forget :(

Response by PFC Joshua Schiefelbein made Dec 24 at 2014 11:57 AM

PFC Joshua Schiefelbein — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 11:57:43 -0500

Everywhere. The grocery store, clothes, hotels. Everyone likes to save money, and I think that some companies get a sense of satisfaction from providing the discount. Most places make you ask for it, but I've never encountered anyone that was upset about actually giving it to me.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 12:23 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 12:23:07 -0500

always, even at the PX or shoppette

Response by PO2 Corey Ferretti made Dec 24 at 2014 12:28 PM

PO2 Corey Ferretti — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 12:28:42 -0500

No i do not ask for the discount. I did not do it on active duty and i dont do it now as a retired Seabee. If they can tell by my USAA card or if they see my Goventment issued ID in my wallet then i will take it but i wont ask for it. It makes me uncomfortable when people ask for it i have friends that do it everywhere and they get pissed when they get turned down.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 12:38 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 12:38:12 -0500

I only have issues with people that abuse of it. There was this sunglasses kiosk at the mall with a clearance sale, some sunglasses were down to $3. I was about to pay and the guy in front of me asked for military discount. That's when I don't get it. But wherever you can save $5 or more, why not?

Response by 1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 24 at 2014 12:38 PM

1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 12:38:14 -0500

I usually forget. But my wife usually reminds me and calls me a dumbass for forgetting. Haha. The one I always remember is AutoZone.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 30 at 2014 1:13 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 13:13:25 -0500

Who has seen it?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 31 at 2014 11:45 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 31 Dec 2014 11:45:03 -0500

I usually forget but I will ask if it is offered on a sign like at Lowe's or Auto Zone. I usually get asked if I'm military based off my hair or my CAC. If it is offered a I will graciously accept.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 31 at 2014 1:12 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 31 Dec 2014 13:12:12 -0500

the autozone near my home recognize me and always put the discount on my bill with being asked. the only time i ask about the discount is buying shoes. 10-20 percent discount on $150 shoes help alot.

Response by PO2 Patrick Prichard made Jan 7 at 2015 12:23 PM

PO2 Patrick Prichard — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 12:23:17 -0500

Usually at Home Depot or Lowe's.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2015 8:35 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 21 Feb 2015 08:35:05 -0500

I would just use Discount Soldier. It is a free military discount community app. Most stores who offer military discounts are listed, including how much they offer.

http://discountsoldier.com

Response by PO2 Patrick Prichard made Feb 25 at 2015 10:43 AM

PO2 Patrick Prichard — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 10:43:56 -0500

At Lowe's and Home Depot most of the time. Oh and for my CHL.

Response by LTC Jason Strickland made Aug 20 at 2015 12:43 PM

LTC Jason Strickland — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 12:43:37 -0400

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member, here's some more feedback via military blogger Molinari:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lisa-smith-molinari/sound-off-are-military-discounts-fair_b_7899484.html

Sound Off: Are Military Discounts Fair?

Although the phrase "military-civilian divide" has been around since the Vietnam War, it is seeing a lot more press lately. Journalists, scholars, and commentators are analyzing the widening gap of understanding between the public and our shrinking military population.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 21 at 2019 7:29 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 19:29:26 -0400

At Hot Topic for 10% of my favorite video game shirts!

Response by SGT James Bower made May 12 at 2020 5:35 PM

SGT James Bower — Tue, 12 May 2020 17:35:57 -0400

Not only do I always remember to ask, I have created a website so I could share my information with other veterans https://veteranbargains.com/
I currently lists over 400 businesses that appreciate our service. On Veterans Day I listed a couple of hundred places offering freebies, discounts and promotions. check out last years list: https://veteranbargains.com/veterans-day-2019-offers-1