Many veterans often overlook the importance of military benefits and estate planning, particularly in relation to the home they served to protect. If you bought a VA-backed loan, transferring a home into a Living Trust without triggering a "due-on-sale" clause, this allows your family to avoid probate. A common mistake is not updating a Will but forgetting the beneficiary forms on life insurance (VGLI) or a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), which overrides a Will. If an old beneficiary is still listed on your policy, they will likely receive the payout regardless of what your Will says. Additionally, ensure that the use of your DD214 for nearly all benefits is documented.