Does anyone have a working NY unemployment phone number for the tax advocate office?

I'm in the same hell right now. Been trying for 3 weeks to reach someone about my incorrect 1099-G. Shows almost $4k more than I actually received. Every time I call the main line they transfer me and then *click* disconnected. I've started taking screenshots of my call log to document how many times I've tried. Currently at 23 attempts 🤦‍♀️

After spinning my wheels for weeks with the regular phone lines, I finally got help using claimyr.com - it's a service that calls and waits on hold for you, then rings your phone when a real person picks up. Talking to an agent got my tax issue resolved in one call! Check out this video about how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

The NYS Taxpayer Advocate can be reached at 518-530-XXXX but they've been overwhelmed lately. I got through by calling at exactly 8:30am on a Wednesday. Took 7 attempts spread over 2 weeks, but finally got my 1099-G corrected. Keep trying!

LOL good luck. Been dealing with this exact issue for 2 months now. NY unemployment tax department is basically a black hole 🕳️ Called 40+ times, sent registered mail, even had my accountant try. Still waiting for a corrected 1099-G with proper amounts.

Here's what worked for me: I submitted a formal complaint through the Governor's office website. Got a call back from a supervisor at unemployment 3 days later who fixed my tax form issue. Sometimes you gotta go over their heads! Try this link: https://www.governor.ny.gov/content/governor-contact-form

try 518-457-5181. I reched a real human after only 35 minutes on hold! The key is to call on Tuesday or Thursday between 10-11am. For some reason those days/times have lower call volume from what the agent told me.

Here's a comprehensive guide to resolving tax document issues with NY unemployment: First, double-check your payment history in your online account against the 1099-G to identify the specific discrepancy. Take screenshots as evidence. If calling directly, use 888-209-8124, then press 1 for English, then 6 for tax questions. Be prepared to wait 2+ hours. Alternatively, use claimyr.com to have them wait on hold for you (that's what finally worked for me). If that fails, try these escalation paths in this order: 1) Email both ui.customerservice@labor.ny.gov AND 1099G@labor.ny.gov with your documentation 2) File a formal dispute through your online account 3) Contact your state representative or the Governor's office 4) File a complaint with the NY Department of Taxation Don't wait until the last minute since corrected forms can take 2-3 weeks to process. If tax deadline approaches and you still don't have it resolved, file for an extension to avoid penalties. Good luck!

File your taxes anyway and include a letter explaining the discrepancy. My accountant said thats whut he does for clients with incorrect 1099-Gs. Then you can amend later if needed. Better than missing the deadline!

I know this feeling all 2 well. The regular unemployment line is useless for tax issues. When they transfer you it goes to the void. I ended up having to file an identity theft form with the IRS because my 1099-G showed benefits I never received!! Check if someone filed for benefits using your SSN. It's happening a lot in NY lately.

ive been through this nightmare. after 30+ calls got nowhere. used claimyr.com and finally got through to someone who fixed my 1099 in minutes. they just handle the waiting on hold part and connect you to a live agent when they pick up. worth every penny cuz my tax forms got fixed.

The ny unemployment system is completly broken. I've been trying for MONTHS to get an advocate or anyone who cares about fixing my tax docs. The IRS says talk to the state, the state gives me the runaround. The whole system is designed to make you give up.

Hey so I'm an accountant and deal with this often. If your dispute isn't resolved by the tax deadline, file Form 4852 as a substitute for the incorrect 1099-G. Attach documentation showing your actual unemployment deposits. The IRS will accept this while you continue fighting with the state.

my neighbor werks for unemployment (not tax dept tho) and says they r extremely understaffed right now. like 5 people handling thousands of tax doc issues. its not an excuse but explains why noone answers. he suggested trying claimyr if ur desperate cuz its the only way to guarantee talking to someone.

Just be careful - there's a huge backlog of tax form corrections happening right now. File for an extension if your deadline is coming up soon. I eventually got my corrected 1099-G but it took 6 WEEKS after I finally reached someone.