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Make sure you report any income you earn while receiving benefits, even if it's just a few hours of work. Not reporting income is considered fraud and they will make you pay back any overpayment with penalties.
What if I do some freelance work or odd jobs?
Report all income, doesn't matter if it's W-2 or 1099 work. Be honest about everything to avoid problems later.
The whole process is intimidating at first but you got this! Just take it one step at a time and don't be afraid to ask questions if you get stuck.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! We've all been there and it gets easier once you get into the routine of filing weekly claims.
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Update us on how it goes! There aren't enough success stories about pregnancy-related quit claims. Would love to hear if you get approved.
I definitely will. Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much more prepared now.
Yes please update! I might be in a similar situation soon.
One more thing - if your claim gets denied initially, don't give up. You have the right to appeal and many pregnancy-related cases get approved on appeal even if denied first. The appeals process gives you a chance to present your case more thoroughly.
Usually 6-8 weeks for a hearing to be scheduled. It's frustrating but worth it if you have a strong case.
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One more thing - if you do apply for unemployment while on SSI, make sure you report it to both agencies immediately. Trying to navigate this secretly could get you in trouble with both programs and potentially result in overpayment demands.
Thanks for all the advice everyone. I think I need to call both agencies and get official answers for my specific situation before making any decisions.
Definitely the smart approach. And if you can't get through to Washington ESD the normal way, definitely consider that Claimyr option. Getting real answers is worth it for a situation this complex.
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does turbotax or other tax software handle unemployment benefits automatically if you import your 1099-g? or do you have to enter it manually?
Most tax software can import 1099-G information directly, but it's always good to double-check that the amounts match what's on your actual form.
perfect, that should make it easier. thanks
Bottom line for anyone still reading this thread: unemployment benefits from 2021 are fully taxable, there's no exemption like there was for 2020, and you'll need to report everything on your 1099-G as income. If you didn't have taxes withheld, set aside money or set up a payment plan with the IRS. And next time, elect to have taxes withheld from your weekly claims to avoid this situation.
No problem. Tax season is stressful enough without being confused about the basics.
agreed, this thread has been super helpful for understanding the whole situation
Brady Clean
The bottom line is that Washington ESD wants to help people who are legitimately unemployed. If you're out of work and looking for a job, severance shouldn't prevent you from getting benefits.
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Lucas Lindsey
•That's reassuring. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
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Skylar Neal
•Good luck with whatever you decide!
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Vincent Bimbach
One last thought - if you do take the severance and file for unemployment, keep copies of all your paperwork. You never know when you might need to reference it later.
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Lucas Lindsey
•Great advice. I'll definitely keep everything organized and documented.
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