The BEST Disabled Veterans Education Benefits by State (2024 Update)

May 7, 2024

In this ultimate guide, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider reveals and explains the best disabled veterans education benefits by state. All 50 states offer education benefits for... continue reading

2025 VA Claims Backlog by State

May 5, 2024

Using Veteran Benefits Administration (VBA) published claims data, we’ve created a chart of the current VA claims backlog by state in 2025. It should come as no surprise that the backlog of VA... continue reading

News of a VA Extra Payment has proven to be false

VA Extra Payment? VA and IRS Officials Confirm FAKE Reports of an Extra VA Disability Payment in 2024.

May 3, 2024

VA and IRS officials recently confirmed there is no VA extra payment coming to veterans in 2024. News of a VA extra payment in the form of a stimulus check or booster payment was proven to be... continue reading

What is the Current Backlog of VA Disability Claims? (2025 Update)

May 2, 2024

The good news is VA claims adjudicators continue to work through the backlog of VA disability claims. The number of backlogged VA claims, which reached a decade-high of 417,855 in January... continue reading

VA Officials Confirm FALSE Reports About a VA Disability Stimulus Check 2024

May 1, 2024

VA officials have confirmed that earlier reports about a VA disability stimulus payment for veterans are false. The same VA officials suggested misinformation circulating the internet caused... continue reading

The BEST 100 Percent Disabled Veteran Benefits for Spouses (2024 Update)

April 30, 2024

Spouses of 100% disabled veterans can access a variety of benefits, including compensation, CHAMPVA healthcare, VA home loans, property tax exemptions, and educational assistance, among... continue reading

The BEST Charities for Veterans (2024 Update)

In this definitive guide, veteran benefits expert Brian Reese reveals and explains the best charities for veterans. Our updated list of the top 75 veteran charities provides important... continue reading

DoD Disability vs VA Disability: What’s the Difference?

April 29, 2024

The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) both provide disability benefits to military service members and veterans, but they do so for different reasons and under... continue reading

C&P Exam for Sleep Apnea: What to Expect and How to Prepare

April 28, 2024

In this article, VA disability expert Brian Reese explains what to expect and how to prepare for a VA C&P exam for sleep apnea. After you’ve filed a VA claim for sleep apnea, you’ll... continue reading

Can I Use My VA Loan for Rental Property?

April 25, 2024

Yes, you can use your VA loan for rental properties. According to VA loan guidelines, you can use a VA loan to purchase a multi-unit rental property (up to 4-units) if you intend to occupy one of... continue reading

C&P Exam for Plantar Fasciitis: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Today, VA disability expert Brian Reese explains what to expect and how to prepare for a C&P exam for plantar fasciitis. After you’ve filed a VA claim for plantar... continue reading

C&P Exam for Hemorrhoids: What to Expect and How to Prepare

April 24, 2024

In this article, VA disability expert Brian Reese reveals and explains everything you need to know to successfully navigate a VA C&P exam for hemorrhoids. After you’ve filed... continue reading

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