The Standfast Bookshelf

Books for Military Retirees and Disabled Veterans

Loy O’Kelley built his own 277-page CRSC packet before he ever helped another veteran with theirs. These books are that method: plain language, no gimmicks, no guarantees. Every one has a free sample.

The CRSC Playbook by Loy O'Kelley, book cover

The CRSC Playbook

The step-by-step guide to Combat-Related Special Compensation: eligibility self-checks, the four combat-related categories, the item 14 narrative templates, and the post-Soto back pay rules, start to finish.

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The 100% Playbook by Loy O'Kelley, book cover

The 100% Playbook

Every benefit a 100% disabled veteran rates, and how to claim each one: what it is, who qualifies, what it is worth, and the steps. All 50 states, a master checklist, and an index of 77 federal forms.

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Maximize Your VA Disability Rating by Loy O'Kelley, book cover

Maximize Your VA Disability Rating

The 2-in-1 guide: Book 1 for service members still in uniform (build your rating before you separate), Book 2 for veterans already out filing their first claim, even decades later. Rating guides, the C&P exam, appeals, and word-for-word templates.

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Standfast Claims LLC d/b/a Standfast Veterans Group is not a law firm and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting for the VA, DoD, DFAS or any branch. The books are general information, not legal advice, and nothing here promises approval, a rating, or back pay.
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