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For those doing gig work or freelancing while on unemployment, make sure those job search efforts get documented too. Contacting potential clients or platforms counts as work search activities.
You can do some work while on unemployment, but you have to report the earnings and it may affect your benefit amount. Check with Washington ESD about the rules.
Yeah, there are specific rules about working while on unemployment. Definitely something to clarify with an agent if you're unsure.
Final tip from someone who's been through this process: when in doubt, over-document rather than under-document. Washington ESD would rather see too much information than too little when they're reviewing your work search efforts.
This thread has been super helpful. Going to start being way more organized about my documentation.
Same here. Really glad I found this discussion before I potentially messed up my work search requirements.
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Quick update for everyone - if you're having trouble with the SecureAccess Washington login, try clearing your browser cache. That fixed my login issues last week.
Thanks for the tip! I'll remember that if I run into login problems.
No problem! Tech issues are so frustrating when you're trying to certify.
This thread has been super helpful! I was so confused about the timing but now I feel much more confident about filing my weekly claims. Thanks everyone!
Agreed! This community is great for getting real answers from people who've been through it.
Glad we could help! Feel free to ask if you have more questions as you go through the process.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm going to file my application first thing tomorrow morning. Really appreciate you all taking the time to explain everything.
You'll do great. The hardest part is just getting started!
Remember to check out Claimyr if you need to reach Washington ESD for any reason. Much easier than the regular phone system.
This whole thread has been super helpful for me too. Going to use some of these tips for my own situation. Thanks everyone!
That's what this community is for! We're all just trying to help each other navigate this stuff.
Glad it helped! Unemployment can be confusing but it gets easier once you understand the process.
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Key things to remember: 1) Appeal within 30 days, 2) Continue filing weekly claims, 3) Gather all documentation about your job separation, 4) Be persistent with contacting Washington ESD if you need clarification. The system is frustrating but don't let that stop you from getting benefits you're entitled to.
This is really helpful - I'm going to start gathering my documentation today. Thanks everyone for all the advice!
Good luck! The process is annoying but worth it if you get your benefits approved.
Just want to add that if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD by phone, there are services that can help. I discovered Claimyr after weeks of trying to get through myself - they handle the calling for you and it's way less stressful than sitting on hold for hours.
Yeah it's legitimate. They have a demo video that shows how it works - https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ. Saved me a lot of time and frustration.
I was skeptical at first but honestly anything is better than spending entire days trying to get through to Washington ESD. Might give it a try myself.
Raúl Mora
The whole system needs an overhaul. Why can't they just have a simple phone number where you can talk to a human being and file over the phone like the old days?
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Margot Quinn
•Probably cost and efficiency. Online filing reduces errors and processing time when it works properly.
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Raúl Mora
•I guess that makes sense from their perspective but it's really hard for people who aren't tech savvy.
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Evelyn Kim
One more tip - make sure you have a secure email address that you check regularly. All communication from Washington ESD will come through email, including important notices about your claim status.
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Diego Fisher
•And check your spam folder! I almost missed an important message because it went to spam.
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Millie Long
•Great advice, I'll make sure to whitelist the ESD email addresses.
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