VA SMC R1 Requirements and How to Qualify

VA SMC-R1 Requirements: How to Qualify for Special Monthly Compensation Exceeding $10,000 Per Month!

February 9, 2025

Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is an additional tax-free benefit provided by the VA to compensate veterans with severe service-connected disabilities that require extra assistance. Among the... continue reading

How to Upgrade a 100 Percent VA Rating to 100 Percent Permanent and Total (P&T)

How to Upgrade Your 100% Schedular VA Rating to Permanent and Total (P&T) Status: The Insider’s Guide

February 6, 2025

Achieving a 100% schedular disability rating from the VA is a significant milestone for veterans, reflecting the recognition of total disability due to service-connected conditions. However, a... continue reading

How to Prove Secondary Service Connection WITHOUT a Nexus Letter!

February 5, 2025

Did you know that you can prove secondary service connection without a nexus letter? Yep, it’s entirely possible! Since 2016, VA Claims Insider has helped more than 25,000 disabled veterans... continue reading

Does The GI Bill Cover Trade Schools and Certifications? What You Need to Know!

February 4, 2025

As a veteran, the GI Bill is a powerful tool for transitioning into civilian life and launching a successful career. Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience at a vocational school,... continue reading

VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC): What It Is and How to Get It!

February 3, 2025

VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is a tax-free additional benefit paid to veterans with severe service-connected disabilities that go beyond the VA’s standard rating system in 38 CFR, Part 4,... continue reading

Will Withdrawal of a VA Claim Affect VA Disability?

February 2, 2025

The VA claims process can be complicated, leading some to consider withdrawing their claim. But what happens if you withdraw your VA claim? Will it impact your VA disability... continue reading

5 Reasons to Consider Filing a New Claim After Securing a 100% VA Disability Rating!

January 31, 2025

Achieving a 100% VA disability rating is a monumental milestone, worth at least $3,831.30 per month in 2025. It means the VA has fully recognized the severity of your service-connected... continue reading

How to Secure a Hearing Loss VA Rating (0-100%)

January 30, 2025

Hearing loss is one of the most common service-related health issues faced by veterans, yet many aren’t aware that they could be eligible for a hearing loss VA rating and compensation. In... continue reading

At Least As Likely As Not: The VA’s Standard of Proof Explained

Navigating the VA disability claims process can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding the standards of proof required to establish service connection for a disability. A... continue reading

Maximizing Your Lower Back Pain VA Rating & Benefits

January 29, 2025

If you're dealing with back issues, you might be eligible for a lower back pain VA rating, but how do you secure one? The VA recognizes lower back pain as a compensable condition and... continue reading

VA Benefits Available to Veterans Living Overseas (The Insider’s Guide)

Moving abroad as a veteran raises many questions: Can I still receive VA disability? Will I have access to healthcare? What about education benefits for my family? The good news is that most VA... continue reading

VA Claim Not Service Connected: What It Means and How to Fix It!

January 27, 2025

Filing a VA disability claim takes time, effort, and patience, so it’s incredibly frustrating to receive a rating decision that says something like “service connection for condition X is... continue reading

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