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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Just to follow up on the Claimyr thing - I ended up using them again when I had questions about my work search requirements. Much easier than trying to decode the website or playing phone tag.
Did they help clarify the 3 contacts per week rule? I'm never sure if networking events count.
Yes! They explained that networking events can count as long as you document them properly - date, location, purpose, contacts made.
Bottom line: high recruitment areas don't affect your Washington ESD benefits timeline. Keep doing your job search, document everything, and don't let people scare you with made-up rules.
Thanks everyone for all the responses! I feel much better about my situation now.
This thread should be pinned - so much good info about how Washington unemployment actually works vs the myths people spread.
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Final thought - if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD and can't get through, definitely consider that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. The phone system at ESD is just brutal and anything that helps you get through faster is worth it in my opinion.
i'll keep that in mind if i run into calling issues, thanks for the suggestion
the esd phone system really is terrible, anything that helps bypass that frustration sounds good to me
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Yeah the maximum gets all the attention but most people are somewhere in the $400-700 range depending on their job.
Just to close the loop on this - the 2024 maximum weekly benefit amount in Washington is $999, it's adjusted annually, and you need high earnings in your base period to qualify for it. Most people get significantly less than the maximum.
Thanks everyone for all the information! This has been really helpful in understanding how the system works.
Glad we could help. Good luck with your claim if you end up needing to file!
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File your claim ASAP and don't overthink it. The worst they can do is deny it, and then you can appeal if you disagree. Most people who get fired for performance reasons end up getting benefits. You've got nothing to lose by applying.
You're right, I'm probably overthinking this. I'll file my application this weekend. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck! The process isn't as scary as it seems once you get started.
Another option if you run into problems getting through to ESD - I discovered Claimyr when I was stuck trying to resolve an issue with my weekly claims. It's basically a service that gets you connected to an actual ESD agent without the usual phone hassles. Really straightforward to use.
How much do these services cost? I'm already tight on money after getting fired.
I don't remember the exact cost but it was worth it for me to get my issue resolved quickly rather than spending weeks trying to get through on my own. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person at ESD.
Sofia Perez
Bottom line - yes you have to pay taxes on unemployment benefits. Set up withholding if possible, save money if not, and don't panic. Lots of people deal with this every year.
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Fatima Al-Farsi
•Thanks everyone. This thread has been super helpful. At least now I know what to expect and can plan for it.
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Dylan Cooper
Glad we could help clarify things. Tax season can be stressful enough without surprises. Make sure to keep all your Washington ESD documents organized for when you file your return.
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Ava Johnson
•And consider talking to a tax professional if your situation is complicated or you're unsure about anything. The cost might be worth it for peace of mind.
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