Base Exchange ‘Shop Now, Pay Later’ Published Oct. 27, 2009 By Apolynne McCarthy 17th Training Wing Public Affairs GOODFELLOW AFB, Texas -- Base Exchange Revamped Layaway Program makes it easier to 'Shop Now, Pay Later'. In fact, the Goodfellow Air Force Base exchange service has already reintroduced and expanded layaway options. "Clothing, handbags and shoes are still eligible for a 30-day layaway, but full payment on many other categories can be put off for up to 60 days when shopping in the exchange," said John Wysoski, BX customer service supervisor. Military shoppers whose families' holiday wish list include something that sparkles or shines were able to begin making arrangements as early as September. Fine jewelry can be put on layaway for up to 120 days. Delaying full payment might even be mom and dad's secret weapon in keeping presents under wraps this year as toys can be put on layaway up until Christmas Eve. "Let the kids look in the attic, under the tree or even your car trunk," said Mike Howard, AAFES' chief operating officer. "Keeping the toys on layaway, and in the exchange's back room, can really take a lot of stress out of the holidays." Any purchase of $25 or more is eligible for layaway. A 15 percent deposit on the total purchase price is required to hold a product. Merchandise excluded from the layaway program includes clearance merchandise, computers, peripherals, major appliances, furniture, mattresses, exercise equipment and up as well as seasonal and outdoor living products. Electronics over $299 may be put on layaway at the concurrence of store management. For more information contact the Base Exchange Customer Service at (325)654-3361.
