Understanding what happens after you file your VA claim is just as important as the filing itself. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, break down what the VA's decision really means — whether you receive a rating, get denied, or get referred for more information. They walk you through how to read your rating letter, what to do if your claim is denied, and how Supplemental Claims, Higher-Level Reviews, and Board Appeals work. You'll also learn what a deferral means, why the VA sometimes sends you for additional exams, and how to respond quickly to protect your effective date. This episode focuses on helping veterans understand the decision phase so they can take the right next steps with confidence — no matter what the VA's response.

Your C&P exam is one of the most important steps in the VA claims process — and for many veterans, also one of the most confusing. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, walk you through what really happens when you go to a C&P exam, from who conducts it to what the examiner is actually evaluating.

They break down what to bring, how to talk about your symptoms honestly, and why your prescribed medications, braces, mobility aids, and treatment notes matter. You'll also learn what happens after the exam, how long it usually takes to hear back from the VA, and what to do if the VA requests more information while your claim is still pending.

This episode focuses on helping veterans understand the full C&P exam process and the steps to take before and after the evaluation.

After you submit your VA claim, the waiting begins — and for many veterans, this stage feels confusing, slow, and unpredictable. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, walk you through what happens next in the claims process, from evidence gathering and record requests to understanding the stages your claim moves through behind the scenes.

They explain what to expect at each step, why the VA may request additional information, and how to prepare for your C&P Exam without missing critical deadlines. You'll also learn the difference between private medical evidence and military/VA medical records — what each one proves, why both matter, and how they work together to strengthen your claim.

Focusing on what happens after you file and how different types of medical evidence can impact your claim's outcome.

Filing your first VA claim can feel like navigating a maze- one wrong turn and you're stuck waiting months or even years. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, walk you through the essential forms needed to file a claim from your Intent to File and Lay Statment to the primary documentation that keeps your claim moving forward.

They break down what each form is for, why it matters, and how to avoid common mistakes when filling them out, whether you're doing it online at va.gov, with a VA Liaison, or by mail. You'll also learn what records to have ready, including your DD214, unit name, dates of service, and medical treatment locations. This episode runs a bit shorter, focusing more on the key forms and documents every veteran needs to successfully file their claim.

Filing your first VA claim can feel like navigating a maze- one wrong turn and you're stuck waiting months or even years. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9yr vet, open up about their real experiences with the claims process from missing documentation to misunderstanding VA communication. They walk through how to prepare properly, why documentation matters, and the key differnces a VA liaison can make when helping you file. You'll walk away knowing what to do before you hit "submit" and before filling with a VA liaison.