Leaving the Military: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took Off the Uniform

May 16, 2022

There are many things I wish I had known before I took off the uniform and transitioned into civilian life from the Air Force five years ago. Some were pretty obvious, but others weren't so much.... continue reading

2023 VA Disability Pay Dates (The Insider’s Guide)

Brian Reese here, Veteran Benefits expert and founder of VA Claims Insider, and in this post, I’m revealing and explaining the 2023 VA disability pay dates. I also created a free VA pay dates... continue reading

2023 VA Disability Rates MASSIVE 8.9 COLA Increase Could Be Coming

2023 VA Disability Rates (Official): HUGE 8.7% COLA Increase Approved by SSA!

2023 VA disability rates will increase by 8.7% as announced by the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)... continue reading

The Ultimate Veterans Benefits Guide: Free Download

May 14, 2022

Did you know veterans can download a copy of my #1 most downloaded Veterans Benefits Guide for FREE? Yep, it’s true. No gimmicks. No B.S. The VA benefits book is my FREE gift to fellow... continue reading

7 Insider Answers to the VA Claims Backlog Issue

May 13, 2022

Hey Insiders, we know so many of you are frustrated with the VA backlog issue so we're here to help you understand what's going on, to the best of our ability. The VA claims backlog issue has... continue reading

What is a VA ACE Exam? 3 Things Veterans Really Need to Know!

May 10, 2022

Today, we’ll discuss the three things you really need to know if you get a VA ACE exam. Recently, the VA has been using the Acceptable Clinical Evidence (ACE) exam process for certain... continue reading

0 Percent VA Disability Rating: What It Means and How to Make the Most of Your 0% Benefits

May 9, 2022

How to Make the Most of Your 0% Benefits If you've gone through the VA claims process and received a 0 percent VA disability rating, you may be disappointed by the outcome. Many veterans are in... continue reading

Top 4 Ways to Get a Copy of Your VA Rating Decision Letter (The Insider’s Guide)

May 7, 2022

Today, we’ll discuss the 4 best ways to get a copy of your VA Rating Decision Letter, to include why it’s the #1 most important document you’ll receive from the VA. Issuance of a VA... continue reading

Military Spouse Appreciation Day

May 5, 2022

Military Spouse Appreciation Day Military Spouse Appreciation Day—Generally held on the Friday before Mother's Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day is a day to honor and celebrate the husbands... continue reading

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Can the VA Take Away 100 Permanent and Total Disability?

May 4, 2022

Today, we’ll answer the question: “Can the VA take away 100 Permanent and Total Disability (P&T)?” The short answer is: YES, they can. Every VA disability rating, whether it’s... continue reading

Why is an Independent Medical Opinion Critical to Winning your VA Claim?

May 3, 2022

Independent Medical Opinion For Veterans Hey Insiders, here's why an independent medical opinion or review is critical to winning your VA claim. Plain and simple, it is because it provides... continue reading

May is the Month of the Military Caregiver: What Veterans and Families Need to Know

May 2, 2022

Did you know that May is the Month of the Military Caregiver? Established in 2017, this month-long awareness campaign was created to shine a light on the critical role more than five million... continue reading

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