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We don't sell your data. You decide what to share and when.
Aligned with official sources
Tools and guides reference SSA, VA, CMS, and HUD guidance.
Free to use
Core tools, guides, and benefit estimates cost nothing.
Plain language
We translate program rules into language people can actually use.
You're not behind. You're just navigating something complicated.
Benefits can be confusing, fragmented, and hard to keep track of. BenefitKarma helps you slow things down, understand what matters, and take the next right step, without pressure.
Whether you're just starting to explore or trying to make sense of something you already filed, you're in the right place. We'll help you find clarity, one step at a time.
We don't rush you. We don't push you toward services you don't need. The first job is to help you understand your situation. Everything after that is your call.
If you want hands-on help later, we can connect you with vetted advocates or attorneys. That's optional and always your decision.
- Free tools and education, no cost to use
- Your information stays private unless you choose otherwise
BenefitKarma is an independent platform, not a government agency. Eligibility and final benefit decisions are made by the appropriate agency.
Understand the systems that affect you
Browse tagged article categories — practical explainers, checklists, and updates so you can make decisions with confidence.
Health & Disability
How evaluations and ratings work, and what to expect.
Family & Caregiving
Benefits, leave, and programs that support loved ones.
Income & Retirement
Resources for planning and protecting your future.
Essential Guides
Start here to understand the basics of your benefits journey
Intent to File Guide
Learn why filing an intent to file can protect your benefits start date.
SSDI Essential Guide
A plain-language evidence checklist (and easy buttons).
VA Claims Timeline
What to expect at each stage of the VA claims process.
Evidence Checklist
The documents you need to build a strong VA disability claim.
VA Appeals Guide
Deep dive into Supplemental Claims, Higher-Level Reviews, and Board Appeals.
Understanding Your SSDI Denial Letter
What your denial notice means and how to choose your next step.
Start with the tools built for real people
Simple, free tools to help you understand your options and take the next step with confidence.
Benefit Eligibility Screener
Discover which benefits you may qualify for — VA, disability, housing, food, healthcare, and more.
Mass Tort Screener
See which mass tort cases might be relevant to you. Quick screening with personalized results.
VA Filing Success Score
Get a personalized assessment of your VA claim readiness with a custom action plan.
SSDI Filing Success Score
See how ready you are to apply for Social Security Disability in 2 minutes.
Smart VA Benefit Calculator
Estimate potential disability or income support based on your conditions.
VA Intent to File Helper
Lock in your start date and protect your eligibility while you gather information.
VA Records & Evidence Review
Get your C-File in weeks, not years. See what's in your VA records.
VA Disability Claim Builder
Build your VA disability claim step-by-step with guided questions.
VA Lifetime Benefit Estimator
Compare current vs. potential VA ratings and see the lifetime difference.
Why people trust BenefitKarma
We built BenefitKarma for the people the system tends to overlook. Our work is built on four things we won't compromise on.
Plain language, not bureaucracy
We translate program rules into language you can actually use. No jargon, no acronyms without explanation.
Your information stays yours
We don't sell your data. You decide what to share, when to share it, and you can delete it whenever you want.
Optional access to vetted experts
When you want hands-on help, we connect you with advocates and attorneys we've screened. You're never required to use them.
Reviewed against official sources
Our tools and guides reference SSA, VA, CMS, and HUD guidance. We update them when the rules change.
Get useful updates, not noise.
Pick the topics that matter to you. We'll only email when something is worth your time.
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Common questions
Quick answers to what people ask before they get started.
Frequently asked questions
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