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16 Dec 2025
2026 VA Disability Pay Schedule: When Will You Get Paid?

2026 VA Disability Pay Schedule: When Will You Get Paid?

VA Disability Compensation

This guide provides the complete 2026 VA disability pay schedule, details the confirmed 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), and answers common questions about payment timing.

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16 Dec 2025
Does VA Disability Count as Income?

Does VA Disability Count as Income?

VA Disability Compensation

This guide breaks down exactly when your benefits count as income (and when they don’t) so you can protect your financial future.

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14 Nov 2025
SMC Level O: 2025 Pay Rates & How to Qualify

SMC Level O: 2025 Pay Rates & How to Qualify

SMC-O, Special Monthly Compensation

Learn about VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Level O. See the 2025 pay rates (over $6,600/month) and the specific disability combinations required to qualify.

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14 Nov 2025
Over $10,900/Month for TBI: A Veteran’s Guide to SMC(t) Benefits

Over $10,900/Month for TBI: A Veteran’s Guide to SMC(t) Benefits

SMC-T, Special Monthly Compensation

Learn about Special Monthly Compensation (SMC(t)) for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). See the 2025 pay rates (over $10,900/month) and the three-part test to qualify for this critical VA benefit.

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30 Oct 2025
Our Holiday Table: The Recipes and Stories That Bring Us Together

Our Holiday Table: The Recipes and Stories That Bring Us Together

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The holidays aren’t just about a day; they’re about the feelings, the memories, and the traditions that we build in our homes. And at the center of so many of those traditions is the food. A recipe is rarely just a list of ingredients. It’s a story. It’s a way to remember someone we miss, […]

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29 Oct 2025
2026 VA COLA Increase: How Much Will Your VA Disability Benefits Increase?

2026 VA COLA Increase: How Much Will Your VA Disability Benefits Increase?

COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment)

The 2026 VA COLA is set at 2.8%. See how this cost-of-living adjustment will increase your VA disability, DIC, and other monthly benefits starting in 2026.

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28 Oct 2025
VA Claim Step 6: How Long Does the ‘Decision Letter’ Stage Take?

VA Claim Step 6: How Long Does the ‘Decision Letter’ Stage Take?

VA Disability Compensation

When your VA disability claim moves to Step 6, “Preparing Decision Letter,” it’s a clear sign that a decision has been made and you are on the home stretch. This post explains exactly what happens during this stage, how long you can expect it to take, and what comes next in the VA claim process.

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22 Oct 2025
What Is VA SMC Level N ½ and Do I Qualify?

What Is VA SMC Level N ½ and Do I Qualify?

SMC-N, Special Monthly Compensation

Learn who qualifies for VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Level N ½ and the 2025 payment rate. Find out if your combination of disabilities meets the criteria.

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17 Oct 2025
VA Claim Step 7: How Long Does the ‘Final Review’ Stage Take?

VA Claim Step 7: How Long Does the ‘Final Review’ Stage Take?

VA Disability Compensation

How long does the “final review” stage of a VA claim really take? Understand what happens in Step 7 and what can cause potential delays.

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15 Oct 2025
How to Check the Status of Your VA Disability Claim

How to Check the Status of Your VA Disability Claim

VA Disability Compensation

At Cameron Firm, PC, we believe veterans deserve transparency. This guide explains the three main ways to check your VA claim status, what information you’ll see, and how to interpret the different claim phases.

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