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same boat here but in Buffalo... rent due next week and still waiting on NYS Department of Labor to process my claim from 3 weeks ago. this system is so broken
Have you been filing your weekly claims? Even if your initial claim is still processing, you need to keep certifying or you'll lose those weeks of benefits.
I'm in a similar situation in Syracuse - lost my restaurant job 3 weeks ago and still waiting on my claim to process. What helped me get through was plasma donation if you're eligible (BioLife pays around $50-100 per donation), and I signed up for gig work like DoorDash just to have some immediate income while waiting. Also reach out to Salvation Army and Catholic Charities - they both have emergency assistance programs that can help with rent if you're about to be evicted. The key is applying for everything NOW, don't wait until you're completely out of money. Stay strong, the benefits will come eventually!
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just a heads up - if you received unemployment in 2024 make sure youre using the right tax forms. the rules changed a bit from covid years. also check if you qualify for any credits that might offset what you owe
One thing that might help is to look into making quarterly estimated tax payments if you think you might need unemployment benefits again in the future. Since UI benefits don't have automatic withholding like regular paychecks, you can avoid a big tax bill by setting aside money throughout the year. I also recommend keeping detailed records of all your unemployment payments in case there are any discrepancies with the 1099-G form you receive.
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The system is so confusing honestly. I've been trying to navigate all these different programs and every office tells you something different. At least with food stamps you can apply online now. But yeah definitely apply for both ASAP because both take time to process.
I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago with my two kids. You can definitely get both - I'm still receiving SNAP even while getting unemployment. The key thing is to be completely honest on your SNAP application about receiving unemployment. They'll calculate your SNAP benefits based on your total household income including the unemployment payments. For a family of 3, you might still qualify for a decent amount even with unemployment income. Also, don't forget to look into WIC if your kids are under 5 - that's separate from SNAP and really helpful for families. The whole process takes a few weeks so definitely get both applications in as soon as possible.
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FINAL UPDATE: My wage reconsideration was approved! It took almost 5 weeks, but I finally got a revised Monetary Determination showing my correct wages of $41,850. My weekly benefit amount increased from $318 to $504! They're also sending me retroactive payments for the difference on the weeks I've already certified. For anyone dealing with this issue, here's what worked for me: 1. Submitted all my W-2s and quarterly pay stubs through the messaging system 2. Got a letter from my employer confirming my wages 3. Called (multiple times) until I got through to someone who could check on the status Thanks to everyone who helped with advice. This forum was a lifesaver when I was stressing about this whole situation!
Congratulations! I'm still waiting on mine (it's been 3 weeks) and this gives me hope. Did they notify you by email when the determination changed or did you have to keep checking your account?
They sent me an email saying I had a new message in my account. When I logged in, the revised determination was there. I'd recommend checking your account every few days though, just in case.
Congratulations Justin! This is such great news and proves that persistence really pays off. The fact that your weekly benefit went from $318 to $504 shows just how significant these wage reporting errors can be. For anyone else reading this who might be in a similar situation - Justin's success story shows that even though the process can be frustrating and time-consuming, it's absolutely worth fighting for your correct benefits. The difference between what you should receive versus what they initially offer can be life-changing when you're unemployed. Also want to emphasize what Justin did right: he kept detailed records, got employer verification, and didn't give up even when it took 5 weeks. That retroactive payment is going to make a huge difference for his financial situation right now. Thanks for sharing your journey with us - posts like this help the whole community!
Rebecca Johnston
I'm new to this community and dealing with the exact same situation! Certified on Sunday, got the "payment released" email on Monday, and it's now been 5 days with no deposit. I've been a nervous wreck thinking I did something wrong with my certification or that there was an issue with my direct deposit info. Finding this thread has been such a relief - it's clear this is a widespread problem affecting tons of people with identical timelines. I can't believe NYSDOL didn't send out any advance notice about potential delays when they implemented their new fraud prevention system. We depend on these payments for rent, groceries, and other essentials - the lack of communication is really unacceptable. I'm going to start by calling my bank tomorrow to rule out any holds on their end, then maybe try that Claimyr service if I need to reach someone at NYSDOL directly. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and keeping each other informed. It really helps to know we're not alone in this!
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Landon Morgan
•Rebecca, welcome to the community and you're definitely not alone! I'm also new here and going through the exact same timeline - Sunday certification, Monday release email, now day 5 of waiting. This thread has been a lifesaver for my anxiety too. It's incredible how many of us are experiencing identical delays with the new fraud prevention system. The lack of advance warning from NYSDOL is really frustrating, especially when people are counting on these payments for basic necessities. Calling your bank first sounds like a smart approach - several people here have found that helpful. And that Claimyr service Carmen mentioned seems promising if we need to actually reach someone at NYSDOL. Keep us posted on what you find out tomorrow! It's comforting to have this support network while we all navigate this mess together.
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Just wanted to add my voice to this discussion as someone experiencing the exact same issue! I certified last Sunday, got the "payment released" email Monday morning, and here I am on day 5 with nothing in my bank account. Like so many others here, this has never happened to me before - my unemployment payments have always shown up within 24-48 hours of the release notification. I was starting to panic thinking I'd made some mistake or that there was a problem with my account, but reading through all these comments has been such a huge relief. It's clear this is a widespread system issue affecting tons of people with identical timelines. The fact that NYSDOL didn't warn claimants about potential delays when they rolled out this new fraud prevention system is really frustrating - we're already dealing with financial stress and need to be able to plan accordingly. I'm going to call my bank tomorrow morning to make sure they're not holding anything on their end, and if that doesn't resolve it, I'll look into that Claimyr service. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and creating this supportive space. It really helps knowing we're all going through this together!
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