14 Insider Tips for Receiving a Back Pain VA Rating

May 30, 2023

The VA ranks back pain as the fifth most common VA disability amongst veterans, and it’s no surprise. As a service member, you put your body through intense training and conditioning, commonly... continue reading

Did My Military Service Cause My Insomnia? (and How Can I Get a VA Rating for it?)

May 25, 2023

How many hours should adults sleep per night? Seven to nine, according to the Sleep Foundation. How many hours do the majority of military members (60%) report sleeping per night? Less... continue reading

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VA Form 21-8940: The VA Unemployability Form (The Ultimate Guide)

May 23, 2023

If you're a veteran who's had trouble keeping a job because of your service-connected disability—you're not alone. Many veterans with orthopedic disabilities, chronic pain, PTSD, or anxiety, for... continue reading

Understanding the VA Knee Rating Chart

May 18, 2023

Service members are often on their feet and performing heavy lifting, so it’s no surprise that limited flexion of the knee ranks high on the list of the most common VA disabilities. The VA... continue reading

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Are You Eligible for VA Disability for Depression? 4 Facts to Know

May 16, 2023

Major Depressive Disorder hits the veteran community hard. Depression in veterans is as high as 33%. It’s a fact of life for many–during and after service–and can take a drastic toll on work... continue reading

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VA Benefits for Musculoskeletal Conditions (Veteran’s Guide)

May 11, 2023

Many veterans develop musculoskeletal conditions due to trauma, overuse, and degeneration during military service. If that sounds like you, you may be entitled to benefits if you can prove your... continue reading

Incarcerated Veterans: What Happens to my VA Disability Compensation if I Go to Jail?

May 9, 2023

Going to jail can feel like the end of the world, especially for incarcerated veterans. You signed up to defend others from harm—now you’re being confined so that you will not be a harm to... continue reading

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The Ins and Outs of Military Medical Retirement

May 4, 2023

If you retired from the service for medical reasons, it's important to understand the benefits and compensation you are entitled to. Service members receive military medical retirement when... continue reading

30 Benefit Programs That Offer FREE Money for Disabled Veterans (The Insider’s Guide)

May 2, 2023

In this post, I’ll reveal and explain the top 30 benefit programs that offer FREE money for disabled veterans. I’m sure you’re familiar with the old adage “there’s no such thing as a... continue reading

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Applying for VA Benefits Years After Service: Is It Allowed?

April 28, 2023

Can I still apply for VA benefits even though I left the military years ago? Is applying for VA benefits years after service allowed? Yes! Applying for VA benefits years after service... continue reading

VA Appeals? How the VA Online Status Tracker Tool Can Help

April 25, 2023

Your VA disability claim is denied with no clear explanation. You try for an appeal, but your paperwork gets lost in some dark VA swamp. No one can tell you if it has been received or when it will... continue reading

Top 72 Federal Veteran Benefits From A to Z (2025 Update)

April 21, 2023

Today, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider reveals and explains the 72 Best Federal Veteran Benefits from A to Z. Each of these veterans benefits have different eligibility criteria so be... continue reading

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