2025 Military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) Dates Calendar [Download or Print]

January 6, 2025

Active-duty military, National Guard, and Reserve members receive their military pay twice a month—on the 1st and 15th. However, if either payday falls on a weekend or holiday, payments are... continue reading

2025 Armed Forces Bank Military Pay Dates Calendar [Download or Print]

Armed Forces Bank allows service members to receive their military pay deposits up to one business day before the official payday. This early deposit feature can help with financial planning... continue reading

2025 Military Retiree Pay Dates [Download or Print]

You’re here because you want to know about the 2025 Military Retiree Pay Days. Good news! We've made planning simple with our 2025 Military Retirement Pay Dates Calendar—available for... continue reading

2025 Navy Federal Military Pay Dates Calendar [Download or Print]

January 5, 2025

Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) allows service members to receive their military pay deposits up to one business day before the official payday. This early deposit feature can help... continue reading

2025 USAA Military Pay Dates Calendar [Download or Print]

USAA allows service members to receive their military pay deposits up to two business days before the official payday. This early deposit feature can significantly aid financial planning and cash... continue reading

What is the VA disability appeal success rate

What is the SUCCESS RATE of VA Disability Appeals?

January 4, 2025

Today, VA disability expert Brian Reese reveals and explains VA disability appeals success rates using published Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) data. The success of your VA appeal largely... continue reading

Why Continuity of Symptomatology Matters for VA Disability: What It Means and How It Works!

When it comes to proving service connection for your VA disability claim, understanding the concept of continuity of symptomatology can be a game-changer for veterans. If you’re a veteran... continue reading

Top 5 Reasons Why 2025 is the BEST Time to Get Your VA Rating Increase!

January 3, 2025

In 2025, updates to VA policies and rating criteria make right now an ideal time to seek a VA rating increase. Changes to mental health ratings, stricter guidelines for some other... continue reading

Nexus Letter Template for VA Disability Claims [INSTANT DOWNLOAD!]

If you’re a veteran fighting to get the VA disability benefits you’ve earned, one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal is a high-quality, evidence-based Nexus Letter—and I’m here to... continue reading

Qualifying For a Schizophrenia VA Rating (0-100%)

January 2, 2025

In this post, we take a look at how to qualify for a schizophrenia VA rating. We'll examine how the VA rates schizophrenia, how to prove service connection and more. Schizophrenia is a severe... continue reading

What is the Success Rate of a VA Disability Claim With a Nexus Letter?

There is no exact “success rate” for a VA disability claim with a Nexus Letter. However, a strong Nexus Letter with high probative value from a VA disability medical expert can increase the... continue reading

C&P Exam for a VA Disability Rating INCREASE: What to Expect and How to Prepare

January 1, 2025

Today, Brian Reese, the VA Claims Insider, will explain everything veterans need to know about a C&P exam for a VA disability rating increase. This means you already have a... continue reading

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