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  1. woodhands

    question Can I add an ex-spouse as a dependent if we live together?

    Is it possible to add my ex-spouse as a dependent if we continue living together?
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    question How do I apply for TDIU?

    What's the process for applying for TDIU (Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability)?
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    question Are there health care discounts for the families of veterans with a 70% disability?

    I'm at 80% and I've checked. There's nothing for your rating. But if you don't make too much money, you can check the market out.
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    discuss Believe in the process...

    Believe in yourself, especially if you've got problems from serving, no matter how long you've waited to get help! I'm super happy with my 80% and so thankful for communities like this one. I only met with a VSO to ask a few questions, but I ended up doing all the paperwork myself. I am hearing...
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    info Home Depot & Lowe's Veteran Discounts

    Two things I take full advantage of are the veteran discounts at Home Depot and Lowe's. Home Depot offers a 10% veteran and military discount up to $400 in a year, which is quite the savings with lumber! You have to register for this so that they can track the spending cap...
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    question Pressing the process claim button to speed up VA claims...

    Honestly, I think that button's just there for show, making us believe our claims will get through the queue quicker... 😂 I gave it a tap on two of my claims, and both times, they still processed within the average claims processing time. So yeah, I'm also scratching my head over its real purpose.
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    intro I've got woodhands

    I was a PO2/BU2 in the Navy which led to my passion of woodwork. Working on wood stuff really showed me what I love doing, and now it's what I do to keep busy. Because of my health issues, I stick to smaller things I can handle, like making tables or and nightstands. But I make them in a way...
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    question Can VA docs write nexus letters?

    Is it possible for a VA provider to compose a nexus letter for a VA claim a Veteran wants to file, or does it have to be by an external provider?
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    question Should I bother applying for Social Security if I ain't at VA 100% P&T?

    I ain't VA 100%, but I'm wondering if it's even sensible to give filing for Social Security a shot. I see vets at full 100% getting denied left and right, so I'm hesitant to spend... like years... on a pursuit that might not be in my favor.
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    question Secondary issue rating higher than the primary?

    Is it possible for a secondary condition to receive a higher rating than the primary condition it's linked to?
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