Fema Employment
Do I need to apply for Unemployment liability?
I just opened an online boutique selling handmade items and also will be doing drop shipping with other boutiques... I am filling out my sales tax form for the state of Michigan and one of the questions is regarding Unemployment liability. I do not emply anyone, so would I have to fill out a UIA 1009e? Information: Liability to pay Michigan Unemployment Taxes only occurs when an employing unit meets any of the following criteria: Pays $1,000 or more in gross wages for covered employment in a calendar year. Has one or more employees in 20 different weeks within a calendar year. Acquires all or part of an existing Michigan business. Pays at least $1,000 cash, not including room and board, for domestic (household) service within a calendar quarter. Pays at least $20,000 in cash, not including room and board, for Agricultural service within a calendar quarter, OR Elects coverage under the terms of the MES Act. Is subject to federal unemployment tax (FUTA).
Public Comments
- I'd say no since you don't meet the criteria and do not "employ" anyone...oh and being self employed you can not draw unemployment (atleast not from your own business) Good luck with your business!
- Call the state and ask. When my husband had a business (not in Michigan though) he had to pay unemployment for himself even though he was not eligible to collect. States are probably different, so Michigan might not require it.
