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Warning signs VA tells veterans to watch for

1. They charge you before VA decides your initial claim. Accredited attorneys and claims agents may charge only after VA decides your initial claim and receives a signed fee agreement. VA says that if someone demands an upfront payment to help with your claim, it's a scam. (38 CFR 14.636; VA)
2. They want a share of your future monthly payments. VA warns: never sign a contract to pay an unauthorized individual or company a percentage of your benefit payment in exchange for help with your VA claim. (VA)
3. They ask for your VA.gov login or password. VA warns never to give anyone your login credentials, such as user IDs or passwords for VA.gov. VA itself will never ask for your VA login credentials. (VA; VA)
4. They guarantee a rating or a faster decision. VA says no one can promise or guarantee a VA disability rating or an accelerated claims processing time. (VA)