The Importance of a Strong Nexus Statement for VA Disability

January 22, 2025

A strong nexus statement, written with VA-approved language, is the backbone of a high-quality Nexus Letter used to support your VA disability claim. Without it, proving the link or connection... continue reading

Can You Get a Bruxism VA Rating?

January 21, 2025

If you’re wondering how to get a bruxism VA rating, you’re in the right place. This post will cover topics like: Causes of bruxism in veterans How the VA rates... continue reading

How to Identify and Challenge an Unfavorable VA Medical Opinion

If you received a bad C&P exam, there’s a strong chance you also received an unfavorable VA medical opinion for service-connection, which could result in your VA disability claim being... continue reading

Did the VA Deny Your Claim Even Though You Had a FAVORABLE C&P Exam? Top 5 Reasons Why!

January 20, 2025

Having your VA claim denied after a favorable C&P exam can be extremely frustrating and confusing. Despite the positive findings noted at your C&P exam, why did the VA still deny your... continue reading

What NOT to Say at Your VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) Exam: 10 Pitfalls to Avoid!

January 18, 2025

The VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is the #1 most important day in the VA disability claim process. Why? Because the results of your C&P exam largely determine whether you (#1)... continue reading

The Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS) Explained

January 17, 2025

The Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS) is a web-based platform developed by the VA to modernize and streamline disability claims processing. By replacing outdated, paper-based methods... continue reading

2025 VA Pension Rates: 2.5% COLA Increase

January 16, 2025

2025 VA pension rates have increased by 2.5%, reflecting the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This annual adjustment ensures that... continue reading

The Veterans Travel Pay Guide

Veterans, did you know you can submit a VA travel reimbursement claim online and get paid for mileage and travel-related expenses for VA-approved healthcare appointments? Yep, it's... continue reading

Non-Service-Connected (NSC) VA Pension Benefits: The Definitive Guide

Veterans seeking VA benefits often focus on service-connected disability compensation. However, there’s another crucial program that doesn’t require a disability to be directly linked to... continue reading

What Conditions Automatically Qualify You for Disability?

January 15, 2025

Living with a disabling condition often creates overwhelming challenges—not just in daily life, but also in navigating the complex systems designed to provide support. Thankfully, three key... continue reading

The BEST VA Survivor Benefits: Who Qualifies and How to Apply! (2025 Update)

January 14, 2025

In this definitive guide, VA benefits expert Brian Reese reveals and explains the BEST VA Survivor Benefits along with basic eligibility and how to apply. If you’re the surviving... continue reading

VA Rating for Hypertension on Medication – Explained!

January 13, 2025

Can you get a VA rating for hypertension on medication? Absolutely! Even if your hypertension is controlled with medication, the VA still considers both your blood pressure... continue reading

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