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Bottom line: unemployment benefits are taxable income. Period. Washington ESD sends 1099-G forms by January 31st. If you didn't get yours, log into your ESD account online or request a duplicate. Don't skip filing your taxes - the IRS already knows about your benefits.
Thanks for the clear summary. I'm going to download my 1099-G today and start working on my taxes this weekend.
yeah this thread convinced me to stop procrastinating and deal with my taxes too
One more thing - if you're currently receiving unemployment benefits, you can change your tax withholding at any time through your weekly claim. Just update your preferences in the Washington ESD system. Better late than never!
I'm definitely doing this. Don't want to be in the same situation next year.
Smart move. Having taxes withheld makes tax season much less stressful.
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Remember that even after your claim is approved, there might be a delay in setting up your payment method. Make sure all your banking information is correct in your account to avoid additional delays.
I just double-checked and my bank info looks right. Hopefully that won't be an issue.
Good thinking. The last thing you want is to have your payment delayed because of a typo in your account number.
Keep documenting everything - screenshot your claim status, save confirmation numbers from weekly filings, print important emails. If something goes wrong later, you'll need that paper trail.
Good advice. I've been taking screenshots but haven't been printing anything. Should I print the weekly claim confirmations too?
I would print or save PDFs of anything important. Technology glitches happen and you don't want to lose proof of your filings.
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i used claimyr too when i couldnt get through to resolve an issue with my weekly claim. saved me hours of trying to call. the peace of mind was worth it when my benefits were on the line
Seems like a lot of people have had success with that service. I'll keep it in mind if I run into problems.
Good luck with your claim! The initial application is definitely the hardest part. Once you get into the routine of filing weekly claims and doing your job search activities it becomes much more manageable.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about starting the process now.
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Final thought - even if there's some uncertainty about whether you'll qualify, file anyway. The application process itself will help clarify things and you'll get a definitive answer from Washington ESD rather than just guessing.
true, better to know for sure than just assume i can't get it. thanks again everyone for all the advice!
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One last thing to mention - make sure you're available for work and actively seeking employment. Washington ESD can ask for proof of your job search activities, and if you're not meeting the requirements it can delay or stop your benefits. But as long as you're following all the rules, your payment should come through in the normal timeframe.
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Joy Olmedo
•Good reminder. I've been applying to jobs but should probably start keeping better records of my applications.
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Isaiah Cross
•Definitely keep detailed records. Date, company name, position, how you applied, etc. You can use WorkSourceWA to track your job search activities too.
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Diez Ellis
hang in there OP! I know 10 days feels like forever when you're waiting for money but you're probably right on track for getting your first payment soon
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Joy Olmedo
•Thanks everyone for all the advice and encouragement. Feeling much less stressed now knowing this is normal timing.
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