Medic Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Congrats!!! I love hearing the great news “War is a country of will. There is no room for sympathy. If you're not willing to give up everything, you've already lost.” - Act of Valor - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadIt.com Elder Pete53 Posted October 1, 2011 HadIt.com Elder Share Posted October 1, 2011 Congrats be sure and read Berta and Carlies post. If you are unable to work or have SSD more work needs to be done. Veterans deserve real choice for their health care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie 74 Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Congrats, Glad to hear good things!! Keep em moving... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omg-Sue Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Along with everyone else's great advise, may I add our experience---- When that 70% retro came, we had a super-happy dance and stayed so busy enjoying it, that we goofed off a long time to apply for TDIU. When we did apply & was awarded (They just changed it to 30% more instead--same $$), we realize how many months of that increase we missed. (I speak for my husband who is 100% now). Anyhow, we were there like you, and still doing fine on the increase. However, as Carlie mentioned, there are people who would never ordinarily ask you for money but now figure you are rich, and they do ask. They may really be needy too! But blink twice and all that retro will be gone. My Dad's favorite quote "Never loan anything you don't want to give away". And about kids, " I will invest that amount for you and when I die, you will have lots more in interest."Just be wise and careful. We all want you to have the best 'rest of the story'. CONGRATS from us!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Ghostie Posted October 1, 2011 Author Share Posted October 1, 2011 Thank you all for your advice, I plan on going for TDIU as soon as possible and I have already had my fair share of people asking for "lowns" before the check has even finished clearing. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRRRR5 Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Congratulations LG! Just remember that saying "no" to a loan request is not a bad thing either since you can actually find something YOU need to do for you and your family with it. DAV Life Member - Thanks to all Veterans for your selfless service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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