Seniors are now taking better advantage of discounts – but 50-somethings nab better deals than you'd think
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Jordan HartMar 20, 2023, 02:42 IST
Women in their 50s are getting candid online about using senior discounts, and more people are talking about the age-related savings in Yelp reviews.Jordi Salas/Getty Images
As inflation soars, more older people are taking advantage of senior discounts offered at retail stores, restaurants, and more, the Washington Post reports.
Some 50-somethings have taken to TikTok to share that they're cashing in on savings offered by senior discounts.
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Offering discounts builds loyalty, one marketing expert told the Post. "When businesses are offering that, it is a feeling of like, 'I'm part of this special group … I'm being recognized and being rewarded.'
Ross Dress for Less: 10% off on Tuesdays for ages 55-plus
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Delta Airlines: 10% off select flights for ages 55-plus
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AT&T: Discounted unlimited plans for ages 55-plus
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Carnival: Offers "exclusive savings" for ages 55-plus
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Banana Republic: Varying discounts for ages 50-plus
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Hertz: Up to 25% off base rates for ages 50-plus
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Verizon: Discounted unlimited plans for ages 55-plus
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Goodwill: Between 10% and 25% off one day a week for ages 55-plus
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Whataburger: Free small coffee or kid's soft drink with any entrée for ages 55-plus that ask for the "Club55" discount.
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