Armed Forces Mutual Reviews 

1,738
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Looking at 145 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and extensive knowledge, making interactions pleasant and productive. The customer service is frequently highlighted as exceptional, with many appreciating the personalized and understanding approach, often going above and beyond expectations. People are particularly impressed with the quick and thorough response times, along with the fair pricing for products and services. However, some people mentioned issues with slow response times to emails and online inquiries, noting that replies were sometimes generic and not personalized. A few other people also raised concerns regarding the company's policies on providing life insurance to individuals with certain health conditions.

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Customer service

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Service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The speed of response is Amazing!. Email responses I received from Megan Penry were timely and comprehensive in resolving my issues. She promptly got my sons Birth Certificate sent FEDEX and resp... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AAFMAA has always been my go-to site for accuracy and up-to-date information. I've been a member since 1966, and have seen the company change and grow, but one thing has remained consistent: THE STAF... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I asked for a copy of my spouse's birth certificate which I had put in the AAFMAA vault 50 years ago. Megan had it sent to my wife within 2 hours of opening Monday morning. Much quicker than my St... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AFM is a great organization with a deeply meetingful mission. Amy Marotto was most helpful in updating the information I've kept on file as well as crafting a way ahead to prepare our affairs and ens... See more


Company details

  1. Non-bank financial service
  2. Armed forces association
  3. Financial Planner
  4. Life Insurance Agency
  5. Mortgage Lender
  6. Term Life Insurance Provider Company

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Established in 1879 by an Act of U.S. Congress following the Battle of the Little Bighorn, Armed Forces Mutual is the longest-standing, non-profit financial solutions provider supporting military families and Veterans. We deliver a full range of financial solutions and exclusive benefits to our Members, including our hallmark Survivor Assistance Services, which are included with every policy.

Military Trusted for 145 Years.

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Established in 1879, the American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association (AAFMAA) is the longest-standing, non-profit financial solutions provider supporting military families and veterans with advice, information, insurance, financial planning, investments, mortgages, survivor assistance and other benefits.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Credibility and Trust

I completely trust Armed Forces Mutual because of their strong military affiliation. The HQ is on the U.S. Army HQ Post. This wouldn't be permitted unless this was a extremely credible organization.

25 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Armed Forces Mutual Aid

working with Armed Forces mutual aid is ALWAYS a great Experience from home loans to the other options the service is outstanding!

29 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding support for military families

My husband’s grandmother recommended AFM insurance over fifty years ago. We’ve always been extremely satisfied with their service. We recently had conversations with them when we set up a trust. They were so helpful. We are especially thankful for their digital vault and the assistance they offer survivors.

10 July 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always there for you, whether you know you need it or not.

I have been a member of AAFMAA for 52 years, beginning in 1973. I have experienced the compassion of AAFMAA in ensuring my rights were respected at the death of my first wife in 1998. AAFMAA made sure I was aware of a clause in a policy issued by another insurer that provided me financial compensation in the event my spouse died. Frankly, I did not even know the clause was there but for AAFMAA diligence. My VA disability rating is due SOLELY to AAFMAA looking out for any benefit I was entitled to but did not receive. In this case, upon retirement in 1994 I filed a disability claim with supporting documents (medical records, X-rays, etc.) with the VA. I heard nothing. In 2010 in a review of my file AAFMAA asked about my VA claim. I told them I had heard---nothing. Not a denial, not an acknowledgement, nothing. AAFMAA went to work. The VA admitted it had received the claim, but had, unbelievably, lost it. AAFMAA worked with the DAV to get the claim approved for disability. This is service, pro-active service. You don't come to AAFMAA asking for help; they will come to you and ask if you are receiving your due. Why go anywhere else?

28 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best price for best products I could…

Best price for best products I could find. I've been with them for years and compared them to other companies when I got married for my wife and they won again. Then I compared them when we had kids and they were still the best so here's to the future.

29 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AAFMAA and its employees/counselors do GREAT work!

AAFMAA and its employees/counselors are superb! I have been a member for over 15 years and have excellent service, both insurance needs and storage of valuable personal papers and documents. The counselors have guided me and my family through setting our affairs in order in the event of our death. Knowing what to do and how to do it plus the support from AAFMAA has provided me with a sense of security and peace.

18 August 2025
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

How long the process took and lack of…

How long the process took and lack of communication. I almost had to chase the company to give them business.

24 May 2025
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Reply from Armed Forces Mutual

Thank you for providing your feedback.  It sounds like we could have done a better job communicating and guiding you through the application process.  Your valuable feedback has been shared with the management team and we have identified and implemented improvements to our processes to ensure a smoother application process for our customers.

If there is anything we can do to further assist, we encourage you to contact us at 800-336-4538 M-F 8:30-5:30 ET and ask a representative to connect you with our management team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Far beyond what was expected,

AAFMAA went far beyond what was expected.
My husband, Jerry, who went to be with the Lord in late January, was a researcher. He spent many hours on his computer researching and finding the best deals. When he found AAFMAA’s life insurance policies he was convinced that they were the best and procured one for each of us. In his instructions for after his death, he instructed me to take all payouts from all his life insurance policies and buy more of the same from AAFMAA. I am now thoroughly convinced that this was a very wise decision.
However, the blessing that AAFMAA has been to me did not end there. Jacob who guided me and my sons through the initial process did not stop there. He made sure that I had and completed all necessary paperwork for the Department of Defense and VA. Jacob and Sandra, who guided me through the purchase of the new policies, were invaluable with their many phone calls, patiently answered questions and wise advice. I am grateful that I can trust you completely and that every service that AAFMAA offers is top notch. AAFMA went far beyond expectations. Thank you!
I, personally, have dealt with AAFMAA since late January 2025. My husband has worked with Sandra Bonina much longer and left her number for me to contact in the event of his death,

7 May 2025

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