Dear Kiwi and Mango, Recently, Mr. Farr wrote an article about a check-in service for seniors to combat loneliness and keep those who are aging in place safe. I was wondering if there are any similar programs specifically for … [Read more...]
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Top Benefits Veterans Might Not Be Aware of in 2023
Q. Veterans Day is tomorrow. Our military Veterans have served our country, fought for freedom, and they deserve our utmost respect. My father is a Vietnam Veteran, and he and my mother (and me) are unaware of what benefits might … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Protecting Veterans from Being Scammed
Dear Angel, I heard that Veterans are being targeted with certain scams. My mother is a Veteran, and I want to protect her from them. Can you provide more information on the most prevalent scams targeting Veterans, so I can … [Read more...]
Print This PageImportant Deadline Approaching for Veterans to Apply for PACT Act Benefits
Gilbert Smith served in the Air Force for 20 years as an aircraft mechanic. He recently inquired about PACT benefits for those who may have been exposed to toxic substances during service. According to Smith, "I was exposed to … [Read more...]
Print This PageVirginia Veteran Scammed Out of Millions of Dollars, and the Banks Did Nothing to Stop It
Q. I heard about a veteran who was scammed out of millions of dollars in Virginia before he passed away. The banks allowed dozens of huge wire transfers to go through to banks in Thailand without question. The man was very careful … [Read more...]
Print This PageSpecial Client Alert: Recent Ruling Affects Veteran Clients and Their Families
Today we are issuing this Special Client Alert based on a recent Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) Decision (the “Decision”) about irrevocable trusts and qualifying for Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefits. If you are a … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Are Some Tax Breaks for Veterans?
Q. Due to inflation, rising costs of home ownership, and increased property taxes, everything is so expensive these days. As veterans, my husband and I can use any tax breaks we can get. I know that you are accredited to work with … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Property Tax Exemptions for Veteran Homeowners
Dear Raider, Home values went up so much last year that our property taxes have increased dramatically. My husband is a disabled veteran. Are there any programs where disabled veterans can get a property tax break or even have … [Read more...]
Print This PageBenefit Programs for Caregivers of Veterans
Q. Several members of my family are military veterans, including my father (who is severely disabled) and myself. I remember reading about caregiver benefits for veterans and their families over the past few years. When I looked … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Veteran Caregiver Assistance Programs You Might Not Know About
Dear Raider, Welcome to the Critter Corner team! My father is a Vietnam Veteran, and my husband and I care for him in our home. I am wondering what caregiver assistance programs are available to help with caring for my dad and … [Read more...]
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