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Congrats on the new job! I went through this same process about 8 months ago and was just as nervous about doing something wrong. Here's what you need to do: definitely keep requesting payments on your normal schedule, and when you do your payment request after starting Tuesday, the system will ask if you've returned to work - just answer honestly with YES and provide your start date. Report any earnings for that week even if you haven't gotten paid yet. The TWC system automatically handles everything from there - it'll either give you partial benefits for days before you started or close your claim entirely if you're working full-time. The most important thing is DON'T just stop requesting without going through this process! That's what gets people flagged later. I made that mistake initially and had to call TWC to fix it - not fun! As long as you're truthful about everything, there's zero risk of fraud issues. The whole unemployment system exists to help people transition back to work, so this is literally what it's designed for. Just follow the prompts during your next payment request and you'll be totally fine. Good luck with the new job!
Thanks Jamal! This is exactly the kind of real-world experience I needed to hear about. It's really helpful to know that even people who initially made the mistake of just stopping payments were able to get it sorted out with TWC. That gives me confidence that the system is designed to handle these situations, even when people don't do everything perfectly the first time. I'm definitely going to follow everyone's advice here - keep doing my payment requests, be completely honest about my start date and earnings, and let the system handle the rest. It's such a relief to know this is a normal process that thousands of people go through successfully. Really appreciate you sharing your experience, especially the part about fixing the mistake - shows that TWC understands this stuff happens! Feeling much more confident about Tuesday now.
Congrats on the new job! I just went through this exact same situation about 4 months ago and totally understand your anxiety about it. Here's what worked for me: keep doing your regular payment requests as scheduled, and when you do your next request after starting Tuesday, just answer all the questions honestly. The system will specifically ask if you've returned to work - say YES and provide your start date and employer info. Make sure to report any earnings from that week, even if you haven't received your first paycheck yet. The TWC system will automatically determine if you get partial benefits for days before you started working or if your claim should be closed entirely. The key thing everyone's mentioned is absolutely right - DON'T just stop requesting payments without going through this proper reporting process! That's the main thing that causes issues later on. As long as you're being completely honest about everything, you have zero risk of fraud problems. The unemployment system is literally designed for people to find jobs and transition back to work - that's the whole point! I was just as worried as you are now, but it turned out to be much simpler than I expected. Just follow the prompts during your payment request and be truthful. You've got this - good luck with the new position!
Thank you Sofia! This whole thread has been absolutely incredible - I came here completely stressed out and worried about messing up this process, but reading everyone's experiences has been such a huge relief. It's amazing how many people have gone through this exact same situation and confusion! The consistent message from everyone is so clear: keep doing payment requests, be honest about everything, and let the system handle the rest. I was definitely making this way more complicated in my head than it actually is. It's really reassuring to know that the unemployment system is designed for exactly this transition - of course it is, that's the whole goal! I feel so much more confident now about just following the normal process and being truthful. This community is seriously the best for helping newcomers navigate these confusing situations. Can't thank everyone enough for taking the time to share their experiences!
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I'm going through the exact same situation right now! My status changed to processing 3 days ago after what felt like an eternity stuck on 'under review', and I've already fallen into that obsessive portal-checking trap that everyone's describing. Also got hit by the tech layoffs (cybersecurity analyst) and the financial stress is making every hour crawl by. This thread has been absolutely invaluable - it's amazing how much more useful information and genuine support this community has provided compared to anything on the official TWC website. Reading everyone's experiences with that 3-10 day processing timeline has really helped manage my expectations and anxiety. I just set up the text notifications based on all the suggestions here and I'm going to try limiting myself to checking just twice daily instead of refreshing constantly. The tech industry devastation this year has been unreal, but there's something really comforting about knowing so many of us are navigating this stressful bureaucratic process together. Thanks for asking this question - you've created such a helpful resource for everyone dealing with this awful waiting game!
I'm in the exact same situation! My status changed to processing 4 days ago and I've been checking that portal obsessively too - it's like we can't help ourselves even when we know it won't make things move faster. Also got caught in the tech layoffs (software engineer) and the financial anxiety is absolutely real when you're watching your emergency fund disappear. This thread has been such a relief to find - finally getting actual timelines and real experiences instead of trying to decode the vague TWC website language. Based on everyone's responses, it sounds like we're both right in that typical 3-10 day window, so hopefully we'll hear something soon! I just set up the text notifications after reading the suggestions here and I'm going to try the twice-daily check limit starting tomorrow. The tech layoffs this year have been absolutely brutal, but knowing so many of us are going through this identical stressful process together definitely makes it feel less isolating. Thanks for posting this question - you've created such a valuable discussion that's way more helpful than any official resource!
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I'm going through this exact same situation right now! My eligibility was just restored after a successful appeal, and I have about 7 weeks that I requested while ineligible. Reading through all these responses is giving me hope that I can still get those weeks paid. I'm definitely going to try calling tomorrow with my confirmation numbers ready. Has anyone had success getting through to TWC early in the morning vs later in the day? I'm wondering if there's a better time to call to avoid the busy signals. Also really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences - it's so stressful not knowing if you'll lose those weeks of benefits you rightfully earned!
I've found early morning (right when they open at 8am) tends to be the best time to get through, though it's still hit or miss. The phone lines seem to get completely jammed by mid-morning. Also, if you're still having trouble getting through the regular way, that Claimyr service others mentioned really does work - I was skeptical at first but it saved me from losing my benefits when I couldn't get through after a week of trying. Just make sure you have all your confirmation numbers and the exact dates you want them to review ready before you call. Good luck!
I'm in a very similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Just to add another data point - I was able to get through to TWC yesterday afternoon around 2pm after trying for several days. The key thing the agent told me is that they can see ALL your previous payment request activity in their system, even when you were ineligible. She was able to pull up every week I had requested going back 3 months and released all of them on the spot once she confirmed my eligibility determination was in the system. The whole call took about 15 minutes once I got through. She also mentioned that if you DON'T call to request the back weeks, they will eventually "age out" of the system (she said after 6 months), so definitely don't wait too long. For anyone still trying to get through - persistence really does pay off. I called about 20 times over 4 days but finally connected. Having your confirmation numbers ready definitely speeds up the process!
This is really encouraging to hear! I'm glad you were able to get all your back weeks processed so quickly once you got through. The information about the 6-month "age out" period is crucial - I had no idea there was a time limit like that. I've been trying to get through for about 2 days now but reading everyone's success stories is keeping me motivated to keep calling. Did the agent mention anything about whether they process the back payments in the order you originally requested them, or do they all come as one lump sum? I'm just trying to understand what to expect when the payments finally come through.
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I'm a recent graduate myself (just finished my degree in December) and went through almost the exact same situation! My former employer offered me my old retail position back plus additional inventory responsibilities for the same hourly rate I had before graduating. I was terrified about losing my benefits, but after reading through all these experiences, I realize I handled it completely wrong by just declining without contacting TWC first. What I wish I had known then (and what everyone here is emphasizing) is that recent graduates really do have more protection than I thought. The 6-month grace period that @Admin_Masters mentioned would have been game-changing information for me! I ended up taking a job outside my field just because I was scared, but now I see I had options. For anyone in this situation, the consistency in everyone's advice is striking - be proactive, call TWC BEFORE declining, and document everything. The phrase "impede reasonable career progression" seems to be key language that TWC responds to. Oscar, your situation is actually quite strong given your recent graduation and the unreasonable nature of the offer. The fact that you're being asked to work two different positions for the same pre-graduation pay while having new qualifications that open up better opportunities is textbook unsuitable work. Good luck with your call - you've got great advice from this community!
I've been lurking on this thread as someone who's currently dealing with a very similar situation, and I have to say the advice here has been absolutely invaluable! I graduated with my computer science degree just two months ago, and my former retail employer just offered me my old sales associate position back PLUS asking me to help with their new online inventory system - basically wanting me to work two roles for the same $16/hour I made before graduation. What's really hitting home for me is how everyone emphasizes being proactive with TWC rather than just hoping they won't notice. I was planning to just decline the offer and cross my fingers, but after reading all these success stories, I'm definitely calling TWC first thing tomorrow morning before I respond to my employer. The point about recent graduates having a 6-month window to be more selective about "suitable work" is huge - I had no idea this protection existed! I've been applying exclusively to entry-level developer positions (which start around $25-30/hour in my area) and have had several interviews, so I think I have a strong case that accepting retail work would "impede reasonable career progression." Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences so openly - it's made all the difference in how I'm going to handle this situation. This community is amazing for helping people navigate these tricky TWC situations!
@Ethan Clark Your situation sounds almost identical to what many of us have been dealing with! The fact that they want you to help with their online inventory system when you have a computer science degree is particularly frustrating - they re'essentially trying to get professional-level tech work for retail wages. That s'exactly the kind of situation where the impede "reasonable career progression argument" becomes really strong. You re'absolutely making the right choice to call TWC first - I ve'learned so much from this thread about being proactive rather than reactive. The $25-30/hour starting range for developers vs $16/hour retail really shows how accepting would actually harm your long-term career prospects. Having several interviews in your field is great documentation that you re'actively pursuing appropriate work. Good luck with your call tomorrow - it sounds like you have all the right pieces in place!
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One thing that really helped me when I was in a similar situation was creating a simple spreadsheet to track my weekly earnings vs. the benefit threshold. I put in columns for hours worked, hourly rate, gross earnings, the 25% allowance ($106.25 in your case), and calculated reduction. It made it so much easier to see exactly where I stood each week and plan my hours accordingly. Since you're looking at $18/hr, you could work about 29.5 hours before hitting that $531.25 cutoff where benefits stop completely. Also, make sure you're reporting earnings for the week you actually worked, not when you got paid - that tripped me up initially and caused some confusion with my payment requests.
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Henrietta Beasley
•That's a brilliant idea about the spreadsheet! I'm definitely going to set something like that up. The timing clarification is really helpful too - I was wondering whether to report based on when I work or when I get paid. So if I work Monday-Friday but don't get paid until the following week, I report it for the week I actually worked? Just want to make sure I understand that correctly.
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Keisha Taylor
Just wanted to add something that might help - I found out the hard way that TWC also counts tips, commissions, and any other income (like freelance work) toward your weekly earnings limit. So if your part-time job involves tips or if you do any gig work on the side, make sure to include ALL of that income when calculating whether you'll go over the $531.25 threshold. Also, keep detailed records of everything - pay stubs, tip logs, etc. TWC can audit your earnings at any time, and if they find unreported income, they can make you pay back benefits AND add penalties. I've seen people get hit with huge overpayment bills months later because they forgot to report cash tips or a small side job. The good news is that $18/hr for 22 hours puts you right in the sweet spot where you'll still get partial benefits plus be earning more overall than just unemployment alone. Just stay organized and report everything accurately!
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Zoe Christodoulou
•This is such important information! I wouldn't have thought about tips and freelance work counting toward the limit. I don't have any side gigs right now, but the part-time job I'm considering is at a restaurant, so there would definitely be tips involved. Do you know if there's a standard way TWC expects you to track and report tips? Like do they want daily records or just the total at the end of the week? I want to make sure I'm doing this right from the start rather than scrambling to reconstruct records later if they audit me.
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