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so I see we're all living the same nightmare... the backpay system is criminal. took me 7 call attempts using claimyr.com before I got someone who actually knew what they were talking about. the first 6 agents had no idea how to handle backdating.
i work in a related field (not unemployment but similar govt agency) and I'll tell you a secret - the agents CAN see your backpay status but many don't know how to access that screen in the system. Ask specifically for someone who can check the "payment history backend" not just the regular payment screen.
Have you contacted your new employer? Some companies can advance you part of your first paycheck if you explain the situation, especially if you've already signed all the paperwork and have a definite start date.
This happened to my sister and she got through to someone at NY unemployment by using claimyr.com - it's the only thing that worked after days of trying. Agent told her about a few emergency programs she could apply for while waiting for her new job.
wait we're getting refunds on unemployment taxes? I had no idea! is this for everyone who got unemployment in ny last year??
sounds like one of those ads that pops up everywhere. anyone ACTUALLY try this Claimyr thing? I see a few people mentioning it but im suspicious of anything that sounds too good to be true
The witholding on unemployment is a flat 10% but ur actual tax bracket might be like 22% or 24% depending on ur total income. Plus they don't withhold state tax AT ALL. its totally misleading and they know it!!!
This happened to me & my wife. We both lost our retail jobs and got UE in 2021. Had a CPA explain that the withholding is just 10% federal and doesn't account for state taxes or your actual tax bracket. Biggest advice: adjust your W-4 at your current job to withhold extra if you're still getting unemployment.
Omar Mahmoud
it took exactly 17 days for mine to come. the tracking number they gave me never worked either. just showed up randomly one day. hang in there!
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Chloe Harris
I actually ended up going TO a KeyBank branch after waiting forever, and they were able to print me a temporary card on the spot that I could use until my permanent one arrived. Not all branches offer this service but worth calling around to check!
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Sofia Gomez
•That's a great idea! I didn't even think of going in person. I'll look up if there are any branches near me.
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Chloe Harris
•Just make sure to bring multiple forms of ID. They were super strict about verification.
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