Veteran Resources & Blog
Insights on PTSD recovery, career transition, federal hiring, business ownership, and veteran benefits. Updated for 2026.
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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC): Survivor Benefits Explained
If a veteran died from a service-connected condition, surviving spouses and children may be eligible for DIC. Here's what the 2026 payment rates are and how to apply.
GI Bill Housing Allowance Getting 4.2% Boost: What Student Veterans Need to Know for August 2026
Post-9/11 GI Bill BAH rates are increasing 4.2% effective August 1, 2026. Here's what that means for your housing allowance and how to verify your updated payment.
PACT Act Toxic Exposure Benefits: 2026 Claims Update and What You Still Need to Know
Over 2.44 million PACT Act claims have been filed as of 2026. If you served in a burn pit or toxic exposure location and haven't applied yet, here's exactly where things stand and how to move fast.
LinkedIn for Veterans: Build Your Professional Network and Get Recruited
LinkedIn isn't just a digital resume — it's a recruitment tool. Here's how to set it up so recruiters and hiring managers find you.
Common Resume Mistakes Veterans Make (And How to Fix Them)
From military jargon to unexplained employment gaps, here are the resume mistakes that cost veterans jobs — and how to avoid them.
Finding Your Civilian Tribe: How to Build Real Friendships After the Military
Military friendships were forged in shared hardship. Civilian friendships develop differently — and that's okay. Here's how to build your new community.
The Retirement Mindset Shift: From 'Mission First' to 'Life First'
Military culture teaches you to sacrifice personal needs for the mission. Civilian life requires the opposite. Here's how to reprogram without losing your values.
Sleep and PTSD: Why Veterans Can't Sleep — And What Actually Works
Insomnia and nightmares plague many PTSD sufferers. But sleep isn't a luxury — it's essential treatment. Here's what research shows about sleep and PTSD recovery.
Moral Injury vs. PTSD: Understanding the Difference and Getting Help
Not all post-military distress is PTSD. Moral injury — the psychological impact of witnessing or committing acts against your values — requires different treatment. Here's what you need to know.
The Caregiver Support Program: Help for Veterans Caring for a Loved One
If you're a veteran caregiver for a family member, the VA offers support, training, and financial assistance. You don't have to do this alone.
Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP): Protecting Your Family's Future
If you're the military member responsible for your family's financial security, SBP ensures they're protected after you're gone. Here's what you need to know.
The Veteran Business Owner's Guide to Federal Contracting (2026 Update)
The federal contracting landscape shifted significantly in 2024-2026. Self-certification is gone, the 8(a) program is under audit, and acquisition rules were overhauled. Here's what veteran business owners need to know now.