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I just checked my account and im good but now im paranoid lol. Does anyone know how far back they can go to change a non-fault to fault? Like can they go back a year or more??
PA UC can generally review and modify determinations for up to one year after the benefit year ending date, though in cases of fraud or misrepresentation, they can go back further. Best practice is to keep all your UC documentation for at least 3 years after your claim ends. This includes determination letters, weekly certification confirmations, work search records, and any correspondence with the UC office.
Hey did u ever get this fixed? I'm dealing with the EXACT same issue now - non-fault to fault and a $6200 overpayment notice that appeared out of nowhere. I'm about to lose my mind!!!
Yes! Finally got it resolved yesterday. It turned out there was a wage discrepancy that triggered an automatic review. My employer reported higher wages for one quarter than what I had reported (honest mistake on my part - I forgot about a final commission payment). I filed an appeal right away like people here suggested, and I also used that Claimyr service someone mentioned to actually get through to UC. The agent was able to see exactly what triggered it and helped me submit the correct documentation. They adjusted the overpayment amount to just $340 instead of $9,500 since the discrepancy only affected a small portion of my claim. Definitely file an appeal ASAP and try to get through to someone who can tell you the specific reason for the change.
@Sofia Gutierrez I m'going through this nightmare too right now! Just saw my claim flip to fault status with a $3,800 overpayment notice. Based on what @Fatima Al-Maktoum shared, it sounds like filing an appeal immediately is the key - don t wait'for an explanation. I m also'going to try that Claimyr service to actually get through to someone. This system is absolutely broken but it seems like most of these issues can be resolved once you actually talk to a human being who can see what s in'your file.
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Update for anyone who finds this thread later: The money just hit my Money Network card today! Now I need to transfer it to my Chime account. Thanks everyone for your help!
Great! For future reference, you can set up direct deposit to Chime for subsequent payments so you don't have to do the manual transfer. Just make sure your direct deposit info is correct in your PA UC account.
Just did that! Thanks again for all the help. This forum saved me a lot of worry.
Welcome to the community! I'm also dealing with PA UC payments and banking transfers. Just wanted to add that if you're having trouble accessing your Money Network card online or by phone, you can also check the balance at most ATMs for free. Also, when you do set up the direct deposit to Chime for future payments, double-check that your routing and account numbers are entered correctly - I've seen people have delays because of typos in their banking info. The direct deposit option definitely makes things smoother once it's set up properly!
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When I was on unemployment in 2022 they took money from my PA benefits to repay an old overpayment from like 5 years ago. I just ignored it on my taxes and nothing happened. The IRS has bigger fish to fry than chasing down unemployment repayments lol. But that's just me, maybe do it right if you're worried.
This is not good advice. The IRS increasingly uses automated systems to cross-check tax returns against information returns like 1099-Gs. Ignoring reported income or deductions you're entitled to is asking for trouble, especially when the correct handling actually benefits you financially through either deductions or credits.
Update: I ended up calling Virginia's unemployment office (took forever to get through) and they explained that the 1099-G they sent actually confirms the repayment amount. The agent walked me through which boxes on the form indicate repayment vs. new benefits. I was able to use this info with the "claim of right" provision in TurboTax like several of you suggested. Thanks everyone for the help! For anyone else facing this situation, definitely get documentation from both states involved before filing your taxes.
Thank you for updating us! I'm going to try calling NJ tomorrow. Did Virginia send you any additional documentation or just explain how to read the 1099-G they already sent?
This is really helpful! I'm dealing with a similar cross-state situation (Maryland took from my benefits to repay Delaware). Quick question - when you called Virginia, did you have to provide any specific reference numbers or documentation to get them to explain the 1099-G? I want to make sure I have everything ready before I spend hours on hold with Maryland UC!
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Final update for those following this thread: I checked with a friend who works adjacent to the UC system, and current Board appeal timeframes are averaging 8-10 weeks, but can stretch to 12+ weeks in complex cases. The backlog fluctuates based on volume. Using your state rep and sending a status request via certified mail to the Board office are your best options for getting updates while waiting.
Thank you all for the helpful advice! I'll be contacting my state rep tomorrow and sending certified mail to the Board office with all my info. Will update if I hear anything. Really appreciate everyone's help - this process is so isolating and frustrating.
I went through a similar board appeal process last year and it was absolutely nerve-wracking! One thing that helped me was creating a timeline document with all the important dates (when I filed the appeal, when I sent letters, etc.) and keeping copies of everything I sent. Also, don't forget that you can request your complete case file from UC - sometimes there are documents or notes in there that can help you understand what happened at your referee hearing. The waiting is brutal but most people I know who properly documented their case and stayed persistent eventually got through the process. Hang in there!
That's really smart advice about creating a timeline and requesting the case file! I hadn't thought about getting my complete file - that could definitely help me understand what went wrong at my hearing. How do you go about requesting the case file? Is there a specific form or do you just call and ask for it? And thanks for the encouragement - it's really helpful to hear from people who've been through this successfully.
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One final piece of advice - keep checking your PA UC dashboard weekly even after benefits exhaust. If economic conditions change and EB activates, you might become eligible. When EB activates, Pennsylvania UC typically sends notifications to recently exhausted claimants, but it doesn't hurt to keep monitoring your account. The UC system can be overwhelming, but stay persistent with both your claims and job search.
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Emma Davis
•Will do. Just wish there was more help for people who are genuinely trying to find work but haven't succeeded yet. Thanks everyone for the information - at least now I know where I stand and can plan accordingly.
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Daniel Price
I'm in a similar situation - my benefits are scheduled to run out in about 6 weeks and I'm getting really anxious about it. One thing I've been doing is documenting EVERYTHING in case I need to appeal any decisions or prove my work search activities later. I keep screenshots of all my job applications, notes from networking conversations, records of any skills training I'm doing online, etc. It might not help with getting extended benefits (since they're not available), but at least I'll have a paper trail if needed. Also, don't forget about your local food banks and community assistance programs - there's no shame in using resources that are there to help people get through tough times like this.
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Ravi Sharma
•That's really smart advice about documenting everything! I hadn't thought about keeping such detailed records but you're absolutely right - better to have it and not need it than the other way around. I've been so focused on just applying to jobs that I haven't been tracking things properly. And thanks for mentioning food banks - I've been too proud to consider that but honestly my savings are almost gone and I need to be realistic about all my options. It's reassuring to know someone else is going through the same timeline and stress. How are you handling the anxiety about it all?
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