1 One-to-one student loan counseling
Student loan debt is a hot topic right now — and while the subject might seem daunting, getting an accurate assessment of your loans is crucial. Cambridge Credit Counseling offers a self-help portal for $24.95 that will help you determine how to reduce or eliminate your debt. Once you have the report, a free 30-minute consultation with a student loan counselor will help you get your questions answered.
2 Free magazine subscription
Each year, the MTA Magazine Service offers MTA members a free subscription on a select number of titles. If you haven’t gotten yours yet, visit www.mtabenefits.com/seasonal-offers to make your choice. Current options include Working Mother, Harper’s and Popular Science.
3 Share savings with your family
Did you know that members of your family can become MTA family members? Family members are defined as mother, father, sister, brother, son, daughter or grandchild of an active, Retired or deceased member, or the spouse or domestic partner of an active, deceased active, Retired or deceased Retired member who is not otherwise eligible for MTA membership. There is no cost for a family membership, and family members are eligible for most MTA Benefits programs and discounts.
4 One free month at BJ’s Wholesale Club
Whether you’re signing up for the first time or renewing membership at BJ’s Wholesale Club, the MTA Benefits discount provides savings on your membership fee — as well as one month of saving for free! Stock up on sunscreen, bug spray, popsicles and all of your grilling essentials.
5 Free hearing screening
According to hearingloss.org, only one in five people who would benefit from a hearing aid actually uses one. Take advantage of our partnership with Hear In America and get a free hearing screening. If the screening finds that you need a hearing aid, the program offers savings of 30 percent to 70 percent. You’ll also get three-year repair, loss and damage warranties and three years of batteries for free with a purchase.
6 Get a free insurance quote
It’s easy to buy and then forget about auto and home or renter’s insurance. But it’s wise to compare companies every few years. You can get a free quote through Educators Insurance Agency, which provides coverage exclusively to educators in Massachusetts. Take a few minutes to find out how much you could be saving.
7 Complimentary life insurance
The National Education Association offers a complimentary life insurance program for eligible NEA members. Coverage includes up to $1,000 in no-cost life insurance as well as coverage for accidental death and dismemberment. Take a moment to register your beneficiary at www.neamb.com.
8 $50 worth of free propane
Whether you already use propane in your home or are thinking of converting, the suppliers at TankFarm provide quality fuel and service. Upon signup, you’ll receive $50 worth of free propane as well as $100 off the price of a new propane tank. There are no membership or delivery fees and no contract lock-ins. TankFarm’s exclusive pricing will help you save $300 to $500 a year.
9 Free next-day delivery on school supplies
Back-to-school shopping is a few months away, but when you’re thinking about supplies for next year, Office Depot/OfficeMax has what you need at great discounts. When you spend $50, you’ll receive free next-day shipping. Stock up on markers, notebooks, Post-it Notes, planners, calendars and much more.
10 Enter MTA Benefits giveaways
There are still two giveaways left — in May and July. From May 11-18, enter to win a $150 Lowe’s gift card. Two winners will be chosen. From July 13-20, the giveaway prize is a $50 Fandango gift card. There will be five winners.
11 More than 180 free offers
The MTAB Benefits & Discount Directory has more than 180 free offers, ranging from shipping of books from MTA member authors to a phone consultation with Vocation Destination, a career/life coaching firm that specializes in helping educators transition to a new job or retire. Look for many other free offers, including museum admissions and recreational activities.
Visit www.mtabenefits.com for information on these offers.
