The Appeals Process – For When You Are Denied
If you’ve ever felt the sting of a VA denial or received a rating that didn’t reflect the true extent…
Shining a Light on Caregivers
The landscape of service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. For veterans, and for those who walk alongside them—family,…
VA Ending VASP Program: What It Means for Veterans Like Us
On April 3, 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced they’re ending the Veterans Affairs Servicing Purchase (VASP) program, effective…
My Service Records Are Lost! Now What?
I had a good friend who was getting ready to retire from the Army several years ago. He went to…
VA Compensation and Backpay: The Importance of Timing
It is crucial for Veterans to finish their disability claim within one year of filing for several reasons: We can…
How do I Become a Veteran Service Officer?
We have received a lot of questions over the past three years, but one question has been asked by email…
Is Your VA Disability Compensation Taxable? Unveiling the Truth
BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front VA disability compensation is generally not taxable. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS),…
A Lifeline for Heroes: Understanding Veterans’ Aid and Attendance
One of the areas of veteran’s benefits that seems to cause confusion is Aid and Attendance with a Veterans pension….
Agent Orange and Its Aftermath: Understanding Where Veterans Were Exposed
We’ve mentioned Agent Orange on a number of occasions, mostly in conjunction with the PACT Act. The locations of Agent…
Agent Orange Exposure: The Blue Water Navy Act Brings Hope
The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 (Public Law No: 116-23, enacted on June 25, 2019) is a…