VA COLA Increase 2026: New Rates Confirmed — Who Qualifies and When Payments Start
Veterans and their families will see a fresh bump in VA disability and survivor benefits in 2026, thanks to the newly approved Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). The COLA for 2026 has been set at 2.8 percent, aligning VA benefits with Social Security’s inflation adjustment. This increase ensures veterans maintain purchasing power amid rising everyday expenses. Here’s … Read more