Anyone getting their ny unemployment tax refund on the 20th? Seems like some people already got theirs

I got mine today! Was surprised cause the letter said April 22nd but it showed up in my account this morning. Was about $1,420. Check your bank again, maybe its pending?

After weeks of trying to reach someone about my refund date, I finally used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to a real person at unemployment. Talking to an agent got my refund processed so much faster than waiting. They also explained that refunds are sent out in batches, so some people get them early while others have to wait until the official date. https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Mine came today even though it said the 20th. But my friends still waiting for hers. I think theres different banks processing at different times. whats ur bank?

The state is sending them out in batches. If your letter says the 20th, it might not come till then or even a day or two after. The whole ny unemployment system is SO inefficient. I wouldn't panic yet - they're usually slow but eventually get it right.

LOL welcome to ny unemployment where nothing happens when they say it will 🤣 I was told March 29th and got mine April 7th. Just how they roll. You'll get it eventually but the dates are basically meaningless

Check what your status says online. If it says "processed" you should get it soon. If it says "pending review" you might be waiting longer. The system is so backed up rn.

This has been such a MESS. My refund amount changed 3 times before I finally got it. First they said $890, then $1220, then $1450, and I ended up with $1375. Make sure to double check the math when you get yours.

I contacted my local state representative about this last year when they were taking forever on my regular benefits. They have staff dedicated to unemployment issues and can sometimes speed things up. Might be worth a try if your refund doesn't show up by the 20th.

Here's my comprehensive advice after dealing with NY unemployment for way too long: First, don't panic about the date discrepancy. The system always gives official dates that are later than when some payments actually process. Different banks also handle deposits differently - some process immediately, others take 1-3 business days. If you're really concerned, you have several options: 1. Keep calling the regular number (good luck with that though) 2. Try calling right when they open (7:30am) for slightly better odds 3. Use claimyr.com - it's a service that waits on hold for you then connects you to an agent when they pick up. Saved me HOURS of frustration. 4. Contact your state assembly member's office - they have special channels to unemployment 5. Check if your bank shows any pending deposits In my experience, these refunds almost always come through eventually, but the timeline is rarely what they initially promise. The system is just overwhelmed and inefficient. Hang in there!

anybody know if these refunds are taxable for next year? Or since it's a refund of taxes we already paid, we don't have to pay taxes on it again?

i got mine 2 days ago but it was less than what the letter said by about $75. anyone else notice discrepancies in the amount?

Pro tip: if you're waiting on money from the government, never count on it arriving on time. I've learned to just be pleasantly surprised when it actually shows up lol

whers the best place to check for updates? The website, the app, or calling?

Am I the only one who didn't even know we were getting tax refunds from unemployment? How did you find out about this??

Anyone else sick of how NY unemployment just does whatever they want with no accountability? We're all just sitting here hoping they eventually do what they promised 🤮

Quick update: just got mine today (was supposed to be the 22nd). So maybe they're releasing them in waves? Keep checking your accounts!