Will EDD count my county babysitting income against unemployment benefits?
Hey everyone, I'm thinking about applying for unemployment benefits soon, but I have a question. I do some babysitting for the county and I'm wondering if this income will affect my eligibility for unemployment. Does anyone have experience with this or know how it works? I want to make sure I report everything correctly when I apply.
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Oscar Murphy
When you apply for unemployment, you need to report ALL income, including babysitting. The EDD will use this info to determine your eligibility and benefit amount. Be honest and upfront about it!
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Jasmine Quinn
•Thanks for the advice! Do you know if there's a specific way I should report the babysitting income? Like, do I need any special documentation?
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Oscar Murphy
•You should keep records of your babysitting income, like a log of hours worked and payments received. If you have any formal agreements or contracts with the county, those would be helpful too. Better to have too much documentation than not enough!
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Nora Bennett
•Just be careful, sometimes they can be really picky about this stuff. I had a friend who didnt report some side gig income and it caused a huge headache later on 😬
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Ryan Andre
I was in a similar boat last year. The key is to be 100% transparent about your income. When you certify for benefits each week, you'll need to report any earnings, including your babysitting money. It might reduce your weekly benefit amount, but it's better than risking an overpayment issue later.
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Lauren Zeb
Ugh, the EDD system is such a mess. Good luck getting a straight answer from them! 🙄
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Daniel Washington
•For real tho. I've been trying to get through to them for weeks. Its like they dont want us to get help smh
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Aurora Lacasse
•I feel ya. But don't give up! Keep trying and document everything. It's frustrating but persistence pays off.
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Anthony Young
Here's what you need to know about babysitting income and unemployment: 1. Report all income: Even if it's just a few hours of babysitting, you must report it. 2. Weekly certification: When you certify for benefits each week, you'll need to report any earnings. 3. Partial benefits: Depending on how much you earn from babysitting, you may still be eligible for partial unemployment benefits. 4. Documentation: Keep detailed records of your babysitting work, including dates, hours, and pay. 5. Be consistent: Report your income the same way each time you certify. 6. Ask for clarification: If you're unsure about anything, ask the EDD for guidance. Remember, it's always better to over-report than under-report. Good luck with your application!
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Jasmine Quinn
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed breakdown! This is exactly what I needed. I'll make sure to keep good records of my babysitting work.
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Charlotte White
•This is great advice! I'd add that you should also be prepared for your weekly benefit amount to fluctuate based on your babysitting income. It's not necessarily a bad thing, just something to be aware of.
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Admin_Masters
Have you considered looking for full-time work instead of relying on unemployment? The job market is pretty good right now in some fields.
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Jasmine Quinn
•I appreciate the suggestion, but I'm actually in between jobs right now and trying to figure out my next move. The babysitting is just a temporary thing to help make ends meet.
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Matthew Sanchez
•Not cool, man. Sometimes people need a little help while they're figuring things out. Unemployment exists for a reason.
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Royal_GM_Mark
Pro tip: When you talk to EDD, ask them about the earnings threshold for partial benefits. There's usually an amount you can earn before it starts affecting your unemployment. Knowing this can help you plan your babysitting hours.
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Amelia Cartwright
idk about yall but im so tired of jumping through hoops just to get whats owed to us. the whole system needs an overhaul fr 😫
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Chris King
•Preach! 🙌 It's like they make it complicated on purpose to discourage people from claiming benefits.
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