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Start gathering all your employment documents now while you apply - you might need them later for verification or if any issues come up with your claim.
What kind of documents should I keep handy besides pay stubs?
Keep your termination letter, any severance paperwork, W-2s from last year, and a record of all your job applications once you start your work search requirement.
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my accountant told me business owners cant get unemployment but after reading this thread im wondering if she was wrong
Many accountants don't fully understand the unemployment eligibility rules for business owners. It's a complex area of law.
makes sense. probably worth looking into myself then
Final thought - even if you think you might not qualify, it's worth filing anyway. The worst case is they deny you, but you might be surprised and get approved.
That's good advice. Nothing to lose by trying.
Agreed. I thought I wouldn't qualify but ended up getting benefits for 6 months while I looked for a regular job.
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Just got off the phone with Washington ESD about my 1099-G (finally got through!) and they confirmed that all unemployment benefits are reportable income. They also said if you notice any errors on your 1099-G, contact them immediately to get it corrected.
What kind of errors should people look for on their 1099-G?
Wrong amounts, wrong dates, or benefits showing up that you didn't actually receive. The agent said they see quite a few errors each tax season.
This thread has been super helpful! I had no idea about the tax implications when I was collecting unemployment last year. Going to get my 1099-G and start working on my taxes this weekend.
Same here! Definitely learned something new today. Thanks everyone for the advice.
Glad I found this discussion before I filed my taxes and forgot to include the unemployment income.
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Good luck! Hope everything works out. Keep us posted on how it goes.
Thanks everyone! I really appreciate all the help and advice.
One last tip - when you file, make sure your contact information is current and check your account regularly. Sometimes they need additional info and if you miss those requests it can delay everything.
Will do! I'll make sure to stay on top of checking my account.
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Quick tip: when you create your eServices account, write down your login info and keep it somewhere safe. Password recovery can be a nightmare if you get locked out of your account.
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Raj Gupta
•Good point. I'll use my password manager to keep track of everything.
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Ravi Patel
Welcome to the wonderful world of unemployment bureaucracy! It's not fun but it's there when you need it. The system works, just be patient and follow the rules.
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Raj Gupta
•Thanks for the encouragement. Hopefully I'll find a new job soon and won't need it for long.
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Ravi Patel
•That's the right attitude. Use the time to really focus on finding something good rather than just settling for anything.
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