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Some commonly asked questions about BLS Advisors and the Veterans' Benefit Pension can be found below:
What are the qualifications to apply for the benefit?
What are the exact dates for the qualifying periods of war?
Are there income and net worth guidelines to qualify for the Improved Pension?
Do you charge a fee to those who apply for the benefit?
When can I make an appointment?
What are the qualifications to apply for the benefit?
- Must not have a dishonorable discharge
- Must have served 90 days on active duty and at least one day must have been during a period of war
- Must be disabled or over age 65
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What are the exact dates for the qualifying periods of war?
- World War II. December 7, 1941 - December 31, 1946, inclusive. If the Veteran was in service on Dec. 31st, 1946, continuous service before July 26, 1947, is considered World War II.
- Korean War. June 27, 1950, through January 31, 1955, inclusive.
- Vietnam War. February 28, 1961, through May 7, 1975, inclusive, in the case of a Veteran who served in the Republic of Vietnam during that period. The period beginning on August 5, 1964, and ending on May 7, 1975, inclusive, in all other cases.
- Persian Gulf War. August 2, 1990.
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Are there income and net worth guidelines to qualify for the Improved Pension?
Yes, the Non Service Connected Pension is an income-based program. Worried over the income and net worth qualifications? Do not let this prevent you from applying for the benefit. Call us at 877.BLS.0300 or send us an email to discuss how we can help you to qualify for the benefit.
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Do you charge a fee to those who apply for the benefit?
No, there is no charge to the Veteran, his/her family or the facility for BLS Advisors’ services to prepare and submit the application.
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When can I make an appointment? Call 877.BLS.0030 or email us today.
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