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How long until you can collect unemployment after getting laid off in NY?
Got let go from my retail job yesterday and wondering how long until you can collect unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor? My manager said something about a waiting period but I'm not sure what that means. I need to start getting some income coming in as soon as possible since I have rent due in two weeks. Should I file my claim right away or wait? Also does anyone know if there's still that one week waiting period I heard about?
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What is unemployment taxes - confused about NYS Department of Labor tax requirements
I'm really confused about unemployment taxes and what I need to know for my NYS Department of Labor claim. I started collecting unemployment benefits two months ago and someone told me I might owe taxes on it? I thought unemployment was supposed to help when you're broke, not create more problems. Do I need to pay taxes on my weekly benefits? Should I be setting money aside? I'm already struggling to pay rent with what little I get from NYS Department of Labor. Can someone explain what unemployment taxes actually means and if there's anything I need to do now or just wait until tax season?
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If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor to set up tax withholding, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an agent quickly. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. I was able to update my withholding preferences the same day instead of waiting weeks to get through on the phone.
Thanks for this! I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for days but keep getting disconnected. I'll check out that site.
The tax thing is frustrating but you can also just set aside money yourself if you don't want to reduce your weekly payments. I put about 15% of each payment into a separate savings account for taxes. That way I have the full amount when I need it and don't have to stress about owing money I don't have.
That's a good idea. I'm going to start doing this with my next payment. Better to be prepared than get surprised later.
What is an example of unemployment - just lost my job and confused about NYS Department of Labor benefits
I'm totally new to this whole unemployment thing and honestly don't even know where to start. I got laid off from my retail job last week (worked there for 2 years) and everyone keeps telling me to file for unemployment but I don't really understand what that means or what is an example of unemployment that would qualify? Like is my situation even covered? I was making $16/hour and now I have rent due next week. Do I just go to the NYS Department of Labor website or is there more to it? Sorry if this is a dumb question but I've never had to deal with this before and I'm kind of panicking.
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Just want to add that you'll also need to do job search activities to keep getting benefits. Right now it's 3 job search activities per week and you have to keep a log. Examples include applying for jobs, attending job fairs, networking events, or working with a career counselor. Don't skip this part because they do audit people randomly!
Why file for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor - is it worth the hassle?
I got laid off from my retail job last week and everyone keeps telling me I should file for unemployment. Honestly I'm not sure if it's worth all the paperwork and requirements. I've heard horror stories about the NYS Department of Labor system being complicated and taking forever. Plus I'm already looking for new work so maybe I'll find something quick? Can someone explain why I should bother filing for unemployment benefits? What are the actual advantages besides just getting some money? I make decent tips so I'm worried they might not give me much anyway.
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File now! I was in retail management for years and the benefits calculation includes your base pay plus averaged tips if they were reported. Don't assume you won't qualify for a decent amount. Plus unemployment gives you time to find a GOOD job instead of just taking the first thing that comes along. The job search requirements are pretty reasonable - usually 3 contacts per week and they accept online applications.
That's a good point about having time to find something better. I was worried about the job search requirements but 3 contacts a week sounds totally doable.
NYS Department of Labor when do i file unemployment - confused about timing requirements
hey everyone i got laid off yesterday from my retail job and im not sure when exactly im supposed to file for unemployment benefits? do i file right away or wait a certain amount of time? also do i need to wait until i get my final paycheck or can i start the process now? really stressed about this whole thing and dont want to mess up the timing
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I was in a similar situation last month and kept getting hung up on when I called the NYS Department of Labor. If you're having trouble getting through to verify anything about timing, I found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me actually reach an agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Made the whole process way less stressful when I could actually talk to someone about my specific situation.
how much does something like that cost? seems like it might be worth it if the phone lines are that bad
It was really reasonable and saved me hours of calling. The video explains everything about how they help you get through to the right department.
Yara Sayegh
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor by phone to check on your claim status, I used a service called Claimyr that actually got me connected to an agent. Check out claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Was way easier than spending hours on hold.
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Ava Martinez
AuthorNever heard of that before but might be worth looking into if I run into issues. How much does something like that cost?
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Yara Sayegh
I don't remember the exact price but it was worth it to actually talk to someone at NYS Department of Labor instead of getting hung up on repeatedly.
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Keisha Johnson
Just make sure you understand the job search requirements too. You'll need to do work search activities and keep a log once you start collecting. Don't want to get caught off guard by that later on.
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