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I've been trying to update my tax withholding for weeks but the my.ny.gov website keeps timing out when I try to access payment preferences. Has anyone else had this issue? I really don't want to deal with calling NYS Department of Labor because the wait times are insane.
I had luck using Claimyr to get through to an actual agent who helped me update my withholding over the phone. Check out claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Way easier than sitting on hold for hours.
Thanks! I'll check that out. At this point I'm willing to try anything to avoid the phone nightmare.
Wait, so if I'm getting $400 a week and I elect for tax withholding, they'll take out $40 each week? That seems like a lot when you're already struggling financially.
It's 10% for federal taxes only. You'll still owe state taxes when you file your return, but at least the federal portion is covered. It's better to have it taken out gradually than to owe hundreds or thousands all at once.
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Make sure she applies as soon as possible! There's a waiting week but benefits are only paid from the week you actually file, not from when she lost her job. Also she can't have quit voluntarily or been fired for misconduct - sounds like neither applies to her situation since it was a layoff.
Good point about filing right away. She's been putting it off because she wasn't sure if she qualified but sounds like she should just go ahead and apply.
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Make sure you're not working ANY hours during weeks you claim benefits, even if it's just a few hours of freelance work. That's what caused my adjudication nightmare last year. NYS Department of Labor flagged every week where I had even minimal earnings and it took forever to sort out.
Oh no, I did some gig work two weeks ago and reported it. Should I be worried about that causing more delays?
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basically anyone can APPLY but whether you get approved is different. I applied when I quit my job and obviously got denied but at least I tried lol. the system is set up to make you jump through hoops anyway
That's an important distinction - you can file a claim but quitting without good cause typically disqualifies you. However, there are exceptions for quitting due to unsafe working conditions, harassment, or significant changes to your job terms.
Teresa Boyd
Also keep in mind that if you worked in multiple states, things get more complicated. NYS Department of Labor will coordinate with other states through interstate claims, but it can delay processing. And if you're on standby status (temporary layoff expecting to return), the rules are slightly different - you don't have to do job searches but you do have to remain available.
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Lourdes Fox
The whole system is so confusing! I wish they would just tell you upfront if you qualify instead of making you jump through hoops. At least once you're approved the weekly claims are pretty straightforward.
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Tasia Synder
•The complexity comes from all the different work situations they have to account for. But yes, once you understand your specific situation, the weekly certification process is much simpler.
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