How Many Veterans Are There? [2023 Veteran Statistics]

August 7, 2023

How many veterans are there in the world? According to our research and analysis there are 18,592,457 veterans in 2023. The total number of veterans continues to decline year over year and is... continue reading

Top 5 VA Secondary Conditions to Tinnitus

August 4, 2023

This post will cover the top VA secondary conditions to tinnitus, helping you understand your potential benefits and compensation! Tinnitus ranks as one of the most common VA disabilities,... continue reading

Can I Claim Sleep Apnea Secondary to Tinnitus?

August 3, 2023

Regardless of what others have said, it is not advised to file a VA claim for Sleep Apnea Secondary to Tinnitus. It’s a stretch at best, and in our experience, the VA will deny this... continue reading

DD Form 2860 (Quick Guide)

Hey combat veterans! In this post, we talk about DD Form 2860. This form is used to apply for Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC), which is one way to get around the “dual compensation”... continue reading

Can I Service Connect Erectile Dysfunction Secondary to Tinnitus?

August 2, 2023

Yes, there is some medical research to support the connection of Erectile Dysfunction secondary to Tinnitus and ED can be service connected to Tinnitus via principles of "aggravation." However,... continue reading

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The Temporary 100% VA Disability Guide

August 1, 2023

Are you a recently separated veteran with an unstable, significantly disabling service-connected condition? Or do you need surgery, wear a cast, or spend time in the hospital because of a... continue reading

What is VA Permanent and Total Disability?

July 28, 2023

What is VA Permanent and Total Disability? VA permanent and total disability is a special status given to a service-connected disability that is rated at 100% and is unlikely ever to get better.... continue reading

VA Form 21-674: A Step-by-Step Guide for Veterans

July 27, 2023

Have you wondered what happens to your child’s benefits when they turn 18? VA Form 21-674 helps allow for the continuation of benefits for a child at least 18 years old but under 23 and attending... continue reading

We Closed the Notice for Request 6? Here’s What It Means for Your VA Claim!

So, you logged into your VA.gov account to check the status of your VA claim and you see a statement that says, “we closed the notice for request 6.” What the heck does that... continue reading

Forever GI Bill vs Post 9/11: Key Differences Explained!

July 24, 2023

Today, we’ll explain the key differences between the Forever GI Bill vs Post 9/11 GI Bill. The biggest difference is that the Forever GI Bill does not expire (ever); however, the Post 9/11 GI... continue reading

Can You Get VA Disability for Alcoholism?

July 23, 2023

No, you can’t get VA disability for alcoholism on its own. However, even though there is no separate VA rating for alcoholism, you might be able to prove secondary service connection for... continue reading

10 Most Common Sleep Apnea Secondary Conditions (The Ultimate Guide)

July 22, 2023

This post is your ultimate guide to the 10 most likely Sleep Apnea Secondary Conditions for VA disability benefits. In our experience, most veterans are better off trying to service-connect Sleep... continue reading

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