But you might not know that there are a myriad of other savings your ACCESS card can unlock.
Today, well cover seven different programs youll want to enroll in ASAP.
They could save you hundreds, or even north of $1,500 every year.
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What Is an ACCESS Card?
If you have to ask what an ACCESS card is, you probably dont have one.
ACCESS cards are usually issued by the state when you qualify for a state-run program like Medicaid or SNAP.
But it is the moniker issued by the largest number of states.
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Here are seven different programs youll want to look for.
Reduced-Price Amazon Prime Membership
Your ACCESS card is associated with one of any number of state benefit programs.
once you nail one, it’s possible for you to use it to get adiscounted Prime membership.
And the discount is absolutely worth writing home about.
Normally, aPrime membershipcosts $14.99/month.
Youre going to have to upload documentation to claim the discount its not automatic.
But its worth engaging in the five-minute-or-less process.
You do not have to be 100% disabled, but the disability does have to be permanent.
Serendipitously enough, this pass is also known as the Access Pass.
It doesnt cost any money, but if youorder onlineyou will have to pay shipment and processing fees.
Youll only have to do this once, and doing it in person eliminates all fees.
Technically, documentation rules are the same in person as they are online.
Its better to come prepared with paperwork, though.
Sometimes admission can be free.
In most cases, its knocked down to somewhere between $1-$4 per person.
More often than not, there will be some pop in of reduced admission.
Waiver of Medical Marijuana Certification Fees
Marijuana is now legal in about 37 states.
That number can jump up to 47 depending on how you interpret state law.
While some states allow for recreational use, the majority of states have medical marijuana programs.
These programs sometimes come with annual renewal fees to get your state-licensed weed card.
For example, in Pennsylvania the state filing fee is $50 a year for medical marijuana patients.
For now its just the fee waiver, though.
That one question could help you keep money in your pocket.
When youre on one of these programs, the software process for the ACP takes less than five minutes.
Half-Off Fruits and Vegetables
Qualify for an ACCESS card because youre on SNAP?
So you get double the fruits and veggies for your spend, or 50% off.
Discounts on Public Transit
Some cities offer discounts on public transit for ACCESS card holders.
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Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
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