2025 VA Disability Rates & Pay Charts | 2.5% VA COLA Increase

August 15, 2024

2025 VA disability rates are based on the Social Security Administration's (SSA) latest 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase. The new VA compensation rates, effective December 1, 2024,... continue reading

Updated PACT Act Presumptive Conditions List (2025 Edition)

As a veteran who served in areas with known toxic exposures, The PACT Act could be the key to unlocking the benefits you’ve rightfully earned. The Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive... continue reading

Is Preparation for Notification a Good Sign? 5 FAQs

August 14, 2024

Is preparation for notification a good sign? The preparation for notification step of your VA claim is nearly the end of the process, but does it mean you’ll receive an answer in your... continue reading

Adding a Dependant to VA Disability - Here's How to Do It

Adding a Dependent to VA Disability? Here’s How to Do It (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

Adding a dependent to VA disability compensation benefits isn’t just about increasing your monthly compensation—it’s about making sure your family is taken care of. The VA recognizes that... continue reading

C&P Exam for Asthma: Here’s What to Expect and How to Prepare!

If you’ve filed a VA claim for asthma, you can expect to be scheduled for a Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare for exam day can significantly... continue reading

VA Parent Dependent Requirements: The Definitive Guide

August 13, 2024

If you're a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or higher and you're providing financial support to a parent, the VA dependent parent benefit could be an essential source of... continue reading

Project 2025 and VA Disability Benefits.

Here’s How Project 2025 Would Impact Your VA Benefits

Project 2025, spearheaded by the conservative think tank The Heritage Foundation, outlines a series of significant changes to the VA that could fundamentally alter the VA disability system and your... continue reading

List of US Navy Ships Exposed to Agent Orange

August 12, 2024

If you’re a Vietnam Veteran who served aboard specific US Navy ships, particularly those operating in inland waterways or close to the shore, there’s a significant chance you were exposed... continue reading

The VA Painful Motion Rule Explained

When it comes to VA disability claims, particularly those involving musculoskeletal conditions, the VA Painful Motion Rule is a critical regulation that can significantly impact the outcome of your... continue reading

Gun Ownership and PTSD: What Veterans Need to Know!

Gun Ownership and PTSD Explained: What Veterans Need to Know!

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition that affects a significant number of veterans. In fact, PTSD ranks as the #6 most claimed VA disability and is the #1... continue reading

2024 Combat Related Special Compensation Pay Chart

August 11, 2024

The 2024 Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) Pay Chart reflects the 3.2% COLA, which began January 1, 2024. Eligible military retirees can use the updated 2024 CRSC Pay Chart to calculate... continue reading

Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC): How to Qualify and Apply Online!

Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) provides a critical financial benefit to retired military veterans with combat-related disabilities by offering additional tax-free payments. CRSC is... continue reading

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