First, I want to start by saying thank you for your service to this country. Making the sacrifice to put your life on the line can’t go unappreciated. Having said that, Veterans Day is a significant time when businesses and other entities show their appreciation by offering discounts and deals for veterans and their families. […]
American Express military benefits offer a significant financial advantage for military personnel, thanks to the protections provided by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). One of the standout perks is the waiver of annual fees on many American Express credit cards for active-duty military members. This includes premium cards like The Platinum Card® from American […]
The Social Security Administration announced the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) rate would increase by 2.5%, meaning inflation is cooling across the nation. This follows years of historically high inflation statistics, and thus, higher COLA rate increases. COLA affects more than 71 million Americans, including Veterans receiving VA disability. Higher Inflation, Lower COLA We’ve seen COLA […]
VA disability rates increased 3.2% in 2024 over the previous year. The rate increase took effect in December of 2023 as part of the 2024 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Looking ahead to 2025, the SSA announced the next COLA rate increase will be 2.5% to VA disability pay. You […]
This year, Sonic Drive-In is honoring Veterans Day by offering half off shakes in any size and flavor, including both Classic and Master Shakes. Check your nearest location for hours and participation verification.
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant, is honoring veterans and active-duty military once again this Veterans Day, November 11, 2024. Since launching this annual offer, Chicken Salad Chick has given out more than 130,000 free meals to veterans across the country. Check your local location for hours and for confirmation.
This Veterans Day, BJ’s is honoring servicemembers by offering a sweet treat! Enjoy a complimentary Chocolate Chunk Pizookie® for dine-in. Additionally, all current and former military guests dining with BJ’s on November 11th will receive a free appetizer coupon for their next visit, valid through December 31, 2024
This year on Veteran’s Day, T.G.I. Friday’s is offering a special menu of free meals between 11am and 5pm on November 11, 2024. Check with your nearest location to confirm.
Lazy Dog serves handcrafted American food and drink and has 50+ locations across the country. On Veterans Day, Lazy Dog Restaurants is celebrating veterans—active duty, discharged, retired, or reserve—with a free entrée. To mark the occasion, they’re also extending their Weekend Brunch hours. Guests can visit their nearest location or check Lazy Dog’s website for specific brunch […]
This year at Peet’s Coffee, eligible veterans can enjoy one free drip coffee or tea of any size on November 11, 2024. Limit of one free coffee or tea per transaction. Military ID required for redemption. Valid at participating Peet’s retail coffeebar locations only. This offer excludes online purchases, airport locations, supermarkets, and other licensed […]
Update: According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will rise 2.5%. The lower increase rate signifies that inflation is cooling in the U.S. following nearly three years of higher-than-average COLA increases. In 2024, COLA increased 3.2%. The increase was smaller than 2022 and 2023, but is a result of lowering […]
Active service members can choose from dozens of great, military-specific credit card deals. But, as a Veteran, many of these same perks don’t apply. This reality can make picking the right card after you leave the military challenging. As such, we’ll use this article to provide an overview of the best credit cards for Veterans. […]
For Veterans and military members seeking a reliable travel rewards card, the card_name is an excellent choice. Known for its generous signup bonus, flexible reward categories, and robust travel perks, this card stands out as an ideal option for Veterans who value dining and travel. While military members benefit from fee waivers under the Military […]
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