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The NYS Department of Labor payment schedule is such a mess. They say one thing and do another. I've had payments delayed for no reason multiple times and when you finally get someone on the phone they just give you generic answers about 'processing times' without actually looking at your specific case.
ugh the unemployment system is such a mess!! I got fired last year and it took FOREVER to get approved even though it was clearly not my fault. NYS Department of Labor makes you jump through so many hoops and the whole process is designed to discourage people from applying. But stick with it because you deserve those benefits if you paid into the system!
I had a similar situation trying to reach NYS Department of Labor about my adjudication status after quitting. Couldn't get through on the phone for weeks. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an actual agent who explained the whole process. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped me understand what documentation I needed.
Lucas Notre-Dame
The withholding rate for unemployment is usually 10% federal and I think around 4% for NY state, but this might not be enough if you have other income or if you're in a higher tax bracket. You can also make quarterly estimated payments if you think you'll owe more. I had to contact NYS Department of Labor customer service last year because my withholding seemed off - couldn't get through on the phone for weeks until I used claimyr.com. They have this video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows exactly how it works. Got through to an agent the same day and they helped me adjust my withholding rate.
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Aria Park
•Wait, there's a service that helps you get through to NYS Department of Labor? I've been trying to call them for two weeks about my withholding settings and keep getting disconnected.
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Lucas Notre-Dame
•Yeah exactly, that's why I tried it. You just put in your info and they call you back when they get an agent on the line. Way better than sitting on hold for hours.
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Noah Ali
Just remember you can change your withholding election at any time through your my.ny.gov account if you need to adjust it based on your situation.
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