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Understanding New Changes to VA Benefits in 2025

As the new year rolls around, there are new changes for VA Benefits that many veterans and families might want to gather information on. Some of these changes include Cost-of-Living-Adjustment (COLA) increases, longer term access to GI Bill benefits for reenlisted veterans, care for additional conditions from toxic exposures, revisions of ratings for mental health…

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What Is the VA 70/40 Rule for TDIU Benefits?

Your veterans disability benefits are predicated on your disability rating and Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) is a designation that reflects a disability that prevents you from working and provides the same monetary benefits as a 100% disability rating — even if a veteran’s combined rating does not equal 100%. The U.S. Department…

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Can Veterans and Caregivers Get Medical Care on Military Bases?

Veterans with disabilities who need medical care may be concerned about when and where they can get the care they need. Veteran caregivers responsible for the health of disabled and aging veterans may be looking for additional care and support in their area. For veterans and caregivers who do not live close to a U.S….

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What Does the Dole Act Mean for Veterans Benefits?

A key piece of veteran legislation has passed the U.S. House of Representatives  — the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act — also known as the Dole Act. The objective of this bill is to make the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) more efficient and more modern, giving veterans…

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How Will a Government Shutdown Affect Veterans Benefits?

Veterans who receive disability benefits have had their fair share of interactions with government entities like the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Board of Veterans’ Appeals — both good and bad. Many of those interactions have led to questions for veterans and with the rumored shutdown of the federal government in 2024,…

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What Percentage of VA Disability Prevents You From Working?

The relationship between a VA disability rating and one’s ability to work is not a straightforward percentage conversion. While a higher rating indicates a more severe disability, it doesn’t automatically mean someone can’t work.  Many veterans successfully navigate employment with service-connected disabilities. However, the VA disability system does acknowledge situations where disabilities significantly hinder employment…

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How Much Do Vietnam Vets Get for Benefits?

The question of how much Vietnam veterans receive in benefits is a common one, but the answer isn’t a simple dollar figure. Vietnam veterans are eligible for a wide range of benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) depending on several factors, including: Here’s a breakdown of some key benefits: Factors Affecting Benefit Amounts…