TWC reversed overpayment after employer error - will I get my $140 refunded?

Congrats on winning the appeal! TWC should automatically refund any overpayment money you've already returned when the decision is reversed, but it won't happen instantly. In my experience, they'll process the refund within 2-3 weeks after the appeal decision is finalized. The system needs time to update. Make sure to keep a copy of that determination letter! If you don't see the refund after about 3 weeks, call the TWC Tele-Serv automated system first (800-558-8321) and check if there's any pending payment information. If nothing shows up there, then you'll need to contact a TWC representative directly.

id just keep calling tbh cuz ive seen them mess up refunds before. my cousin had to wait 2 months to get his money back. the system doesnt alwys fix itself

Similar thing happened to me last year! Got my money back after about a month. No need to worry!

You will get your refund, but you need to be proactive. Based on my experience helping claimants with TWC issues, here's what you should do: 1. First, wait 10-14 business days after receiving the determination letter. The system needs time to process the reversal. 2. If nothing appears by then, call the TWC Tele-Center. However, getting through can be extremely difficult. If you're struggling to reach them, I recommend trying Claimyr (claimyr.com) - they've helped many of my clients get through to TWC quickly. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh 3. When you do get through, specifically ask for the "Benefit Payment Control" department, as they handle overpayment refunds. Regular claim specialists often can't process these refunds. 4. Have your determination letter and proof of your $140 payment ready. The refund will typically come in the same form as your original repayment - check if you paid by check, direct deposit if you paid electronically.

I had something kinda similar happen but it was because they said I didn't report earnings which I totally did!!! The appeal took FOREVER and by the time they fixed it I had already paid back like $225 of the $580 they said I owed. But then the weirdest thing happened cause they refunded me $580 instead of just the $225 I paid!!! I called them about it and was on hold for like 2 hours and the lady said the system sometimes does that and to just keep the money!! So sometimes their mistakes actually work in your favor LOL!!

Just wondering - did you guys pay the overpayment through the online portal or by mailing a check? Might make a difference in how fast you get refunded.

check ur bank statement sometimes they put it back but dont tell u. my brother in law got like $300 back and didnt even notice for like 3 weeks lol

Just to update you on what to expect - the refund process has three main phases: 1. Reversal Processing (5-10 business days): The system has to fully process the appeal decision and remove the overpayment from your account. 2. Refund Authorization (3-5 business days): Once the overpayment is cleared, a separate department has to authorize the refund payment. 3. Payment Processing (3-7 business days): The actual refund gets processed by the Treasury department. So all in all, you're looking at about 2-4 weeks total. Electronic payments are usually faster than mailed checks. And definitely keep checking your account online - sometimes the refund shows up there before you get any notification.

Don't trust the timeline people are giving you. I won my appeal in January and I'm STILL fighting to get my $470 back from TWC. The system is completely broken. I've called at least 30 times and keep getting different answers. One rep tells me it's "processing" and another says they have "no record" of a refund request. Then another says it's "approved but pending". If I were you, I'd start calling immediately and document EVERYTHING - get names, ID numbers of who you speak with, confirmation numbers, etc. The squeaky wheel gets the grease with these people!

I went through something very similar about 6 months ago! My employer also mixed up records and TWC hit me with a $380 overpayment. I paid back $150 before my appeal was successful. Here's what happened with my refund: It took exactly 18 business days from when I got my reversal letter to when the money showed up back on my debit card (same card I used to pay originally). TWC doesn't send you any notification when they process the refund - it just appears. One thing I learned is that if you paid online with a card, they typically refund to the same card. But if that card is expired or closed, it can delay things significantly. Make sure the card you used is still active! I'd give it the full 3 weeks before calling, but definitely keep checking your bank statements. The transaction usually shows up as something like "TWC REFUND" or "TEXAS WORKFORCE COMM" on your statement.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! My employer incorrectly reported my wages and TWC hit me with a $520 overpayment. I've already paid back $200 while waiting for my appeal hearing next week. Reading everyone's experiences here is really helpful - it sounds like most people do get their money back eventually, but the timeline varies a lot. @Keisha Taylor - your 18-day timeline gives me hope! I also paid with a debit card online, so hopefully that will speed things up if I win my appeal. Did you have to do anything special to track the refund or did it just show up automatically? One thing I'm wondering - should I stop making payments on the remaining balance while my appeal is pending? I don't want to hurt my case, but I also don't want to overpay if I end up winning.

I went through almost the exact same thing! My employer made a clerical error and TWC hit me with an overpayment that wasn't my fault. I panicked and paid back $95 before filing my appeal. Good news - when my appeal was successful, TWC did automatically refund the money I'd already paid! It took about 3 weeks from when I got my reversal letter. Since you paid online with a debit card like I did, the refund should go back to the same card automatically. One tip: don't expect any notification when the refund happens. I was checking my bank account daily and it just showed up one morning as "TWC REFUND" on my statement. Keep an eye out for it over the next 2-4 weeks, and if it doesn't appear by then, that's when I'd start making calls. Congrats on winning your appeal - employer mix-ups are so frustrating but at least TWC does fix these things when you have the documentation!