Besides all the benefits one may expect, members also get AARP's trusted advocacy on issues that matter, like Social Security and Medicare. Plus, every member receives six issues of AARP The Magazine and ten issues of the AARP Bulletin. All for just $16 a year.

Your AARP membership includes over 30 different restaurant, and technology discounts - as well as savings at many of your favorite local restaurants and stores. Find local AARP discounts for dining and shopping today.

$36 Off Any Home Warranty Plan Enter your AARP membership number for a free quote online. Members receive $36 or more off any American Home Shield® home warranty plan that can help cover the cost to repair or replace parts of home appliances and systems that break down over time.

Inquire about senior discounts: There are so many great things about growing older, like redeeming senior discounts! Many cable TV and internet providers offer discounts for low-income seniors or AARP members. Talk to a customer service representative and ask if these perks are available.

AARP Membership as little as $12 for your first year when you sign up for automatic renewal. You may find a single member benefit covers the entire cost of membership. Every AARP benefit is chosen with members in mind to offer real value and help you live your best life.

Permanent Life Insurance Coverage AARP members can get an instant quote and apply online or by phone. Members can apply for up to $50,000 in life-long coverage. Guaranteed rates that never increase, and no medical exam, just health and other information. You can keep this insurance your entire life.

To check on your AARP membership status and when your account expires first log on to your AARP. Account. Then look under the my AARP tab. And there it is you have been an active member since 1986.

Take advantage of all your member benefits. There are hundreds of discounts, programs and services to help you make the most of your membership. Here are a few benefits that just begin to scratch the surface of what your membership offers.

Bottom line. AARP members can take advantage of discounts for travel, cell phone services, insurance and more. And you don't have to be 50+ years old to join AARP. Plus, it's cheap, the first year only costs $12, and you can easily save many times that by using a single discount.

AT&T customers If you're an AT&T customer or are looking at switching cell phone providers be sure to factor in the potential AARP discount into the equation. AARP members are eligible for an up to $10 monthly discount per line with AT&T.

Xfinity currently does not offer any senior discounts at the moment.

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