Told I owe money back on my benefits after 15 years as a barista

The agency says I reported earnings incorrectly, but I think I followed the instructions. There are 15 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I cannot afford to repay it all at once. Has anyone disputed one of these?

Read the letter for the appeal deadline and act on it, even if you think you will end up repaying. Then ask about a payment plan.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 11 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.