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real wage unemployment is when your job pays so little you cant afford basic stuff even while working full time!! its different from regular unemployment where you just dont have a job. the government doesnt really track this kind properly
That's more about underemployment or working poverty. For unemployment benefits purposes, NYS Department of Labor focuses on your actual wage history to determine benefit amounts.
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The whole system is such a mess. I tried to reapply last month and they're saying my wages don't count or something even though I definitely worked. Now I'm stuck in adjudication AGAIN. NYS Department of Labor makes everything so complicated for no reason.
That sounds like it might be a reporting issue with your employer. Sometimes wages don't show up in the system right away, especially if your employer was late filing their quarterly reports.
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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor by phone to ask about your rate, I had success using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to actually connect with someone. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Way easier than sitting on hold for hours when you need specific account information like tax rates.
never heard of this service before, does it actually work for employer questions or just claimant stuff?
I used it for an employer issue when I couldn't figure out my quarterly reporting requirements. Worked fine for getting connected to the right department.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS SET UP TO CONFUSE SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS! They make it so complicated with all these different thresholds and requirements. Why can't they just have ONE place to register for everything instead of making us jump through hoops with federal AND state agencies?
To answer your specific question - yes, you're likely already liable based on what you described. With two employees, you should register with NYS Department of Labor immediately and start tracking your quarterly wages. For federal, if you're paying more than $1,500 in any quarter, you'll need to file Form 940. Better to register early and stay compliant than deal with penalties later.
Okay, I'll start with the NYS Department of Labor registration first thing Monday morning. Thanks for the clear explanation!
Noland Curtis
just file anyway and see what happens, worst case they say no but at least you'll know for sure
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Diez Ellis
The NYS Department of Labor system is so confusing about these requirements! I've been working gig jobs for over a year and still wasn't sure if I qualified when my main contract ended. Turns out as long as you have W-2 or 1099 income during the base period quarters, you should be fine. Don't let the uncertainty stop you from applying.
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Raul Neal
•That's really helpful to know! I do have W-2s from my part-time job so hopefully that's enough documentation.
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