The VA Back Pay Timeline Explained: How Long Does It Take to Get Back Pay?

October 7, 2024

If you’re a veteran navigating the VA disability claim process, one of your key concerns might be how long it takes to receive back pay—the retroactive compensation you’re owed from the... continue reading

How Does Back Pay Work for VA Disability?

October 6, 2024

Back pay is the retroactive compensation veterans receive for the period between the effective date of their claim and when the VA approves their benefits. The VA owes this compensation because... continue reading

2025 VA Vocational Rehabilitation Pay Chart

The Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program, previously known as Vocational Rehabilitation or "Voc Rehab," offers vital assistance to veterans with service-connected disabilities and... continue reading

2025 Social Security Increase: When is the Official 2025 COLA Announcement?

October 5, 2024

The Social Security Administration (SSA) will officially announce the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 8:30am Eastern Time. This adjustment is critical for... continue reading

How to Calculate Your VA Supplemental Claim Back Pay

If you're a veteran navigating the VA disability process, understanding the intricacies of Supplemental Claims, Back Pay, and Effective Dates is essential. Filing a Supplemental Claim can unlock... continue reading

VA Disability Ratings for Varicose Veins

October 4, 2024

In this post, we'll break down how to get VA disability for varicose veins. We'll also look at how the VA rates varicose veins, how to get service connected, secondary conditions to varicose... continue reading

Guide to Winning a Gout VA Rating

Are you a veteran dealing with gout? If so, you may be wondering if you qualify for VA disability and what your VA rating for gout might be. In this Insider's Guide, we explore gout VA disability... continue reading

The VA Supplemental Claim Decision Phase Explained

If you’ve been denied a VA disability claim or received a lower rating than you deserve, the VA Supplemental Claim process gives you another chance to submit new and relevant evidence to support... continue reading

Distinguished Veteran Pass (Benefits and How to Qualify)

October 3, 2024

If you love what California’s State Parks have to offer, you’ll want to sign up for a Distinguished Veteran Pass. This post will explore what a Distinguished Veteran Pass is, who... continue reading

The VA Supplemental Claim Timeline and Steps

If your VA claim was denied or you received a lower disability rating than you deserve, filing a Supplemental Claim gives you the chance to submit new and relevant evidence that wasn't previously... continue reading

Wife VA Buddy Letter EXAMPLE to Support Your VA Disability Claim

Fellow veterans, you may have heard about buddy letters or lay statements and how they can bolster your claim. A VA buddy letter is a firsthand account from someone who has observed the impact of... continue reading

VA Disability Rates 2025: Confirmed 2.5% COLA Increase

October 2, 2024

As 2025 rapidly approaches, veterans receiving VA disability compensation will see their monthly payments adjust with the official 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), which will increase by... continue reading

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