TWC waiting week payment after exhausting benefits - what happens to my final $788?

i think u only get the waiting week when u go back to work for 6 weeks full time or something. they dont just give it to u when ur benefits run out

The waiting week works differently than what you're thinking. You have to return to full-time work for 6 consecutive weeks and then request the waiting week payment. It doesn't automatically pay out when you exhaust benefits.

Just to clarify since there seems to be some confusion: For your final payment, you'll receive whatever amount remains in your benefit balance, up to your regular weekly benefit amount. If you have $788 left and normally get $754 after taxes, you'll likely receive your regular payment amount one last time. Regarding the waiting week: You're correct that TWC holds back your first week as a "waiting week." However, to receive that payment, you must: 1. Return to full-time work 2. Work for at least 6 weeks 3. Specifically request the waiting week payment after those 6 weeks The waiting week is not automatically paid when you exhaust benefits. You'll need to find new employment and then follow the process to claim it.

I went through this last year and was SO FRUSTRATED because nobody told me about the waiting week rules! I exhausted my benefits and thought they would automatically add the waiting week, but NOPE. When I finally found work again, I almost forgot to request it after my 6 weeks. Make sure you mark your calendar!

When I was trying to get my waiting week payment, I couldn't get through on the TWC phones AT ALL. I tried for days but kept hitting busy signals and getting disconnected. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to TWC in about 25 mins. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh. Worth it so I could get my waiting week payment processed correctly.

But what about the last payment amont? will they pay the exact $788 or will you just get the usual $754? I think its the regular amonut but im not sure

OK so TECHNICALLY the waiting week is still YOURS but TWC makes it nearly IMPOSSIBLE to claim it!!! They KNOW most people never go back and request it after finding work. It's just another way they KEEP YOUR MONEY!!! I bet MILLIONS of dollars in waiting weeks never get paid out because of this ridiculous 6-week work requirement!!! So frustrating!!

For your planning purposes, here's exactly what will happen with your final payment: 1. You'll receive your regular weekly benefit amount ($754 after taxes) one last time 2. Your claim will then show as exhausted 3. If you're still unemployed, you should immediately file for EB (Extended Benefits) if they're currently available in Texas 4. Remember to continue your work search activities (minimum 3 per week) even during the transition Don't forget that once you do find employment, you need to work for 6 consecutive weeks and then specifically request the waiting week payment. Mark your calendar with a reminder as many people forget this step.