Military members, retirees, veterans, and their family members have access to a variety of extremely valuable benefits. This section of our site can help you learn more about the benefits you have earned and how to apply for them. Thank you for your service!
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VA service-connected disability compensation rates jumped 3.2% in 2024. In 2025, VA disability rates will jump 2.5%, according to the Social Security Administration. Read the current VA disability compensation rate tables and the 2025 VA disability …
VA Disability Compensation Benefit rates can increase when you add a child or dependent, or decrease when you remove a dependent. Learn how.
Members of the Guard and Reserves earn Retirement points for their service. Learn how to accrue points and become eligible for “Good Years” of service to qualify for retirement benefits.
If you are a military retiree with a 100% disability rating, then you can receive VA disability and military retirement pay at the same time. But you don’t have to be rated 100% to be eligible …
If you are involuntarily separated from the military, you may be eligible for involuntary separation pay. Learn eligibility, rules, and how to calculate.
When the VA gives you a service-connected disability rating, it retains the right to reexamine you to determine if your disability is still present and warrants the original rating. The VA can increase, reduce or terminate your …
Current military members who are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill may be eligible to transfer their GI Bill benefits to spouse or children. Learn more about eligibility rules and requirements.
The CRDP program allows eligible military retirees to earn the full amount of their military retirement and VA disability pay with no offset. Learn eligibility requirements, the difference between CRDP and CRSC, and how it works.
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