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Glad you were able to find the information! I'd recommend communicating with your landlord in writing (email or certified letter) about this discovery, so you have documentation of informing them. If they're uncooperative, contact the Legal Aid Society or Housing Court Answers for free legal assistance with addressing the situation.
Wow, this whole thread has been so educational! I'm dealing with a similar situation in Queens where my landlord keeps saying he never received any rental assistance payments, but I'm pretty sure I remember getting some kind of notification months ago. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like checking the ERAP portal should be my first step. It's really frustrating how common this seems to be - landlords either not being transparent about receiving assistance or in some cases apparently trying to collect twice. Thanks to everyone who shared resources and phone numbers, I'm definitely going to start making some calls tomorrow!
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Just wanted to update - I did exactly what you suggested and reported my work start date on my weekly claim. The system automatically ended my benefit year and sent me a confirmation. No issues at all!
That's great to hear! I'm going to do the same thing. Thanks for confirming it worked smoothly.
I was in the exact same situation a few months ago! The key is to file your weekly claim one more time and report your first day of work and any earnings from that week. The system will automatically close your claim once you report the work. Don't worry about accidentally collecting benefits you're not entitled to - as long as you report your work honestly when you file, you'll be fine. I was also paranoid about overpayments but everything worked out smoothly when I followed this process.
That's really reassuring to hear from someone who went through the same thing! I was definitely being paranoid about the overpayment issue. It sounds like the system is designed to handle this situation properly when you report honestly. I'll file my weekly claim with my work start date and earnings. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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ugh the whole system is so confusing... why can't they just make it clear what counts as what?? i'm dealing with three different agencies right now and they all want different information about my unemployment benefits
I totally feel your frustration! Each agency has their own forms and definitions. What helped me was creating a simple spreadsheet with my monthly UI amounts and dates - then I could just reference it for any application. Also, most agencies have a "benefits verification" section on their websites where you can print official statements if needed.
I went through this exact same situation a few months ago when applying for rental assistance. Yes, you absolutely need to report your unemployment benefits as they are considered public benefits for reporting purposes. I was initially hesitant too, but my caseworker explained that being transparent is always the best approach. The good news is that most housing assistance programs understand that unemployment is temporary and shows you're actively seeking work. They typically look more favorably on UI recipients compared to other benefit programs since it demonstrates recent work history. Don't stress too much about it affecting your other applications - being honest upfront will save you headaches later if they discover the income through their verification processes anyway.
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I'm in a similar situation - filed my appeal in mid-October and still waiting. What's really frustrating is that I can't even get basic information about where my case stands in the queue. The online portal just shows "appeal received" with no additional details or estimated timeline. I've tried calling multiple times but either get disconnected after hours on hold or told they can't provide any status updates. Meanwhile, bills keep piling up and I'm burning through what little savings I had. The whole system feels designed to wear you down until you just give up. Has anyone had any luck getting updates through the online message center in their NY.gov account?
I feel your pain - the lack of transparency in their system is maddening! I haven't had any luck with the online message center either. It's been completely silent on my end since I filed. The fact that we can't even get a basic status update or queue position is ridiculous. I'm also burning through savings and the stress is overwhelming. It really does feel like they're hoping we'll just give up and go away. Stay strong though - from what others have shared here, it seems like most people eventually do get their hearings, it just takes way longer than it should.
I'm going through the exact same thing right now - filed my appeal in late September and still haven't heard anything back! It's now been over 3 months and I'm starting to panic. Like everyone else here, I keep getting the runaround when I try to call. The stress of not knowing when (or if) I'll get my hearing while watching my bank account drain is just brutal. Reading through all these responses though, it sounds like the 10-14 week timeline that Sofia mentioned is unfortunately the new reality. I'm going to try calling that direct Appeals Board number she shared tomorrow. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least now I know this delay isn't just happening to me and that there's still hope of eventually getting through the system.
I'm so sorry you're going through this too! It's reassuring but also frustrating to see we're all dealing with the same nightmare. I filed around the same time as you (early October) and also haven't heard anything. The financial stress is the worst part - I never expected to be waiting this long when they said 4-6 weeks in the determination letter. Definitely try that Appeals Board number Sofia shared - I'm planning to call it first thing tomorrow morning too. Maybe we'll both get some answers finally! Hang in there, it sounds like most people do eventually get their hearings even if it takes way longer than it should.
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Thank you all so much for the help! I can finally relax a bit knowing those fields are normal and don't mean I'll automatically owe something. I'll keep certifying weekly and I took screenshots of everything just in case. I really appreciate everyone taking the time to explain this!
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Lucas Lindsey
I went through the exact same panic when I filed my claim a few months ago! Those overpayment and penalty fields showing $0 had me convinced I was already in trouble before I even got my first payment. But everyone here is absolutely right - it's just how the system is built. Think of it like having empty boxes labeled "parking tickets" and "late fees" on your dashboard even when you've never gotten a ticket. The boxes exist in case they're needed, but empty boxes don't mean you're getting a ticket! Keep doing what you're doing with the weekly certifications and you'll be fine.
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•That's such a perfect analogy with the parking tickets and late fees! It really does help put it in perspective. I'm glad I'm not the only one who had that initial panic reaction - the way those fields are presented really does make it seem ominous at first glance. Thanks for sharing your experience, it's reassuring to know others went through the same worry and everything turned out fine.
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