VA disability payment dates

VA Payment Date Changes Explained: Why Deposits Shift, Early vs Late Payments, and What Veterans Should Know

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VA Payment Date Changes Explained

Recent VA payment date changes are causing confusion among veterans who depend on predictable monthly deposits. When payments arrive earlier or later than expected, many worry about benefit cuts or processing problems. In most cases, however, these timing shifts are normal and related to scheduling rules, holidays, and bank processing—not changes in benefit amounts. This … Read more

VA Disability Pay Is Rising in 2026 — What the COLA Increase Means for Your Monthly Check

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VA Disability Pay Is Rising in 2026 — What the COLA Increase Means for Your Monthly Check

Veterans are entering 2026 with a confirmed increase in monthly disability compensation. The updated VA Disability Pay Rates reflect the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), a change that matters as inflation continues to affect housing, food, healthcare, and daily expenses. For millions of veterans, the adjustment brings slightly higher payments without requiring any action. What changed … Read more