https://va-pension-estimator.pages.dev/blog/ Guides and explainers from VA Pension Calculator 2026 (MAPR) en-us https://va-pension-estimator.pages.dev/blog/aid-and-attendance-vs-housebound-which-applies https://va-pension-estimator.pages.dev/blog/aid-and-attendance-vs-housebound-which-applies Housebound is a confinement test; Aid and Attendance is a daily-care test. Compare 2026 rates, eligibility rules, and which benefit to file for when you qualify for both. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:06:09 GMT https://va-pension-estimator.pages.dev/blog/va-pension-medical-expense-deduction-5-percent-rule https://va-pension-estimator.pages.dev/blog/va-pension-medical-expense-deduction-5-percent-rule Unreimbursed medical expenses above 5% of your MAPR reduce countable income for VA pension. A worked example with 2026 rates showing how $18,000 in care costs becomes a pension. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:06:09 GMT