Meeting with New York Unemployment Advisor - What to Expect?
Got my first appointment with an unemployment advisor next Tuesday. Really nervous about it and dont know what to bring or expect. Anyone been through this recently? They didn't give me much info in the email just the time and zoom link.
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GalaxyGlider
Just had mine last week. Make sure you have your ID ready (drivers license works), last few paystubs, and the termination letter if you got one. Keep your W2 from last year handy too. The advisor was actually pretty chill.
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Emma Davis
•thanks! did they ask about job search stuff? ive been applying but haven't kept great records 😬
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GalaxyGlider
•Yeah they did! But don't stress too much, just be honest about where youve applied. They mainly wanna see your making an effort
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Malik Robinson
Hey I was stuck trying to get an appointment forever but I found this site claimyr.com that calls and gets you through to someone. Cost me $20 but worth every penny. Check out this video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Isabella Silva
•sounds sketchy ngl... they actually legit? 🤔
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Malik Robinson
•100% legit! saved me hours of calling. They just stay on hold for you and connect when someone picks up
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Ravi Choudhury
•$20 seems steep just to make a phone call tbh
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Malik Robinson
•cheaper than wasting hours calling yourself trust me lol been there done that 💯
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Freya Andersen
The zoom meetings are way better than the old in-person ones ngl. You can literally be in ur pjs and they dont care 🤣
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Omar Farouk
MAKE SURE YOUR INTERNET IS GOOD!!!! My wifi crashed during mine and it was a whole thing trying to get back in. Had to reschedule everything smh
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CosmicCadet
•oof that's rough buddy
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Chloe Harris
Write down all your questions beforehand! I forgot half the stuff I wanted to ask when I was actually in there
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Emma Davis
•good idea! gonna start my list rn
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Diego Mendoza
Detailed breakdown of what to expect: First 5-10 mins: Identity verification Next 15 mins: They review your claim details Last part: They answer your questions and give next steps Bring: - Photo ID - Social Security Card - Last 3 paystubs - Termination docs - List of jobs you've applied to - Any denial letters Tip: If you need to reach them before Tuesday, use claimyr.com - they'll get you through to someone quick. Saved me loads of time. Don't stress too much, they're usually pretty understanding! 👍
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Anastasia Popova
•this is super helpful! saving this comment 🙌
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Sean Flanagan
•wish i had this info b4 my meeting last month lol
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Dylan Campbell
Don't worry too much Emma! I had my meeting about a month ago and it was way less scary than I thought it would be. The advisor walked me through everything step by step. One thing I'd add to what others have said - if you're getting any other benefits or have a spouse who works, have that info ready too. They asked me about my household situation. Also, test your zoom setup beforehand! Good luck, you got this! 💪
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Mae Bennett
•Thanks Dylan! That's really reassuring to hear. I'm definitely gonna test my zoom beforehand after reading about Omar's wifi disaster 😅 Quick question - when they ask about household situation, do they need like tax documents or just verbal info?
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Isabella Tucker
•Just verbal info from what I remember! They might ask for documents later if there's something specific, but during the meeting they just wanted to know basics like if anyone else in your household is working and bringing in income. Nothing too crazy!
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Ethan Taylor
Been through this twice now (got laid off again unfortunately 😭). One thing nobody mentioned - they might ask about any side gigs or freelance work you've been doing while unemployed. Even if it's just like $50 from selling stuff online, be upfront about it. They're pretty cool about it but they need to know for the records. Also seconding what everyone said about having documents ready - I keep mine in a folder on my desktop now so I can pull them up quick during zoom calls. The advisors are actually really helpful once you get past the initial nervousness!
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