Returning to work soon - How will this affect my unemployment benefits?

Congrats on going back to work! 🎉 Make sure you report your return to work date to the unemployment office ASAP. They'll adjust your benefits accordingly. Better to let them know early than risk an overpayment situation.

Heads up, depending on how much you'll be earning, you might still be eligible for partial benefits. Check your state's rules on partial unemployment - could be worth looking into!

ugh, dealing with the unemployment office is such a pain. good luck getting anyone on the phone to answer your questions 🙄

Here's what you need to know about returning to work and unemployment benefits: • Report your return-to-work date immediately • Your benefits will likely stop on your first day back • If you're working reduced hours, you might qualify for partial benefits • Keep certifying until your claim is officially closed • Save some money if you can - there might be a gap between your last benefit payment and first paycheck • If you become unemployed again within a year, you may be able to reopen your claim Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to be as confusing as possible? 🤔 like they want us to mess up so they can deny benefits

Make sure to keep all your paperwork and benefit statements! You never know when you might need them for tax purposes or if theres an issue down the line.

Congrats on the new job! Don't forget to factor in how this might affect other benefits you're receiving, like food stamps or healthcare. Sometimes going back to work can mess with those too.