kp0678's journey

I recently got laid off from my job and I'm seeking advice on how to manage my DoorDash work alongside my unemployment benefits in Virginia. I've been doing DoorDash for about three months as a side gig while I was still employed, and the most I've made in a week was $500. Now that I'm unemployed, my plan is to continue DoorDashing and file for unemployment benefits in hopes of making it through this tough time while I search for a new job. However, I'm unsure about how my DoorDash earnings will affect my unemployment claim. I've read conflicting information online about whether I need to report my earnings before or after expenses and if making $500 a week will disqualify me from receiving unemployment benefits in Virginia. I've heard from others that Virginia has strict rules regarding self-employment and gig work, which makes me nervous about my situation. If anyone has experience with this or can provide clarity on how to navigate reporting my DoorDash income while receiving unemployment, I would greatly appreciate it.