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Amina Diop

How many times can you go on unemployment in Washington ESD - is there a limit?

I've been laid off from my construction job and need to file for unemployment again. This would be my third time filing in the past 5 years (different companies, all legitimate layoffs). My coworker told me there's a limit on how many times you can collect unemployment benefits and I'm worried I might be cut off. Does Washington ESD have restrictions on repeat claims? I've always followed the rules and did my job search requirements each time.

just filed my 4th claim this year (different layoffs, crazy year in retail). washington esd approved it no problem. they dont care how many times youve filed as long as each one is legitimate

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4 times in one year! That's rough but good to know Washington ESD handled it normally.

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yeah it was a terrible year for job stability but unemployment helped me get through it

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Bottom line: no limit on repeat unemployment claims in Washington. File with confidence as long as you meet the eligibility requirements. Don't let myths and rumors prevent you from getting benefits you've earned through your work history.

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Thank you everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. Really appreciate this community.

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You're welcome! That's what we're here for. Good luck with your claim filing.

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Ryder Greene

Can you apply for unemployment twice with Washington ESD?

I'm really confused about this and need some clarity. I filed for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD back in March 2024 but my claim eventually expired after I found a temporary job. That job ended last month and now I'm unemployed again. Can I apply for unemployment benefits a second time, or do I need to do something different? I'm worried I might mess something up if I file incorrectly. Has anyone been through this situation before?

Just to add - your benefit year for the new claim will be completely separate from your previous claim. So even if you exhausted benefits on your first claim, your second claim gets its own 52-week benefit year.

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That's really helpful to understand. So it's truly a fresh start with the new claim.

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Exactly! Each claim stands on its own with its own benefit year and maximum benefit amount.

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Thanks everyone for all the info! I feel much more confident about filing my second claim now. This thread answered all my questions and then some.

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Good luck with your claim! Hope it goes smoothly for you.

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Same here! Going to file tomorrow morning. Appreciate everyone's help.

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Anastasia Ivanova

Washington ESD unemployment tax refund - where is my unemployment tax refund?

I filed my 2024 taxes back in February and claimed the unemployment tax exemption on my federal return. I received unemployment benefits from Washington ESD last year totaling about $8,200 and paid taxes on all of it. My tax software calculated that I should get a refund of around $1,100 but I still haven't received anything from the IRS. Has anyone else dealt with this? I'm not sure if this is a Washington ESD issue or an IRS issue but I'm getting frustrated waiting for my money.

I'm in the same situation but I'm worried I made an error on my tax return. Is there a way to check if the IRS received my return and is processing it correctly?

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I tried that but it just says 'processing' and has said that for months. Is there a way to get more detailed information?

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If it's been more than 21 weeks, you can call the IRS directly and speak to a representative. They can look up your account and tell you if there are any specific issues.

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For anyone still waiting - I finally got my unemployment tax refund after 6 months. The key was making sure all my Washington ESD 1099-G information matched exactly what I reported on my tax return. Even small discrepancies can cause delays.

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Log into your Washington ESD account online and you can download a copy of your 1099-G. Compare the total unemployment benefits and taxes withheld to what you reported on your tax return.

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Destiny Bryant

When do you get your first unemployment check from Washington ESD?

Just filed my initial claim with Washington ESD last Thursday and I'm wondering when I can expect to receive my first unemployment payment. I know there's a waiting week but I'm confused about the timing. Do I need to wait for my claim to be approved first? Should I keep filing weekly claims even if my status shows pending? I'm getting stressed about bills coming due and need to know what timeline to expect for that first check.

Just wanted to add that if you're worried about the timeline, start applying for jobs immediately and keep good records. The job search requirement kicks in right away and they can audit your activities retroactively.

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I've been doing job searches through WorkSource WA but wasn't sure if I needed to start immediately or wait for approval.

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Start immediately! The job search requirement begins with your first week of filing, not when your claim gets approved. Keep detailed records of everything.

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Bottom line - if you filed last Thursday with no complications, you should see your first payment next Tuesday or Wednesday for your second week of filing. Keep filing weekly, keep job searching, and try not to stress too much about the timeline unless it goes past 3 weeks.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! Feeling much more confident about the process now.

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Good luck! The waiting is definitely the hardest part but it usually works out fine if you stay on top of your weekly filings.

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AstroAce

What is the max payout for unemployment in Washington - need to know my weekly benefit amount

I'm trying to figure out what the maximum weekly benefit amount is for Washington ESD unemployment. I made around $68,000 last year and I'm wondering if that qualifies me for the highest payout tier. Does anyone know what the current max weekly benefit is? I've been looking through the Washington ESD website but can't find clear numbers for 2025.

One thing to remember is that your total benefit amount is your weekly benefit times 26 weeks maximum. So even if you get the max $999 per week, you can't collect it indefinitely.

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Right, and you have to be actively looking for work and filing weekly claims to keep getting benefits.

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Exactly! The job search requirements are pretty strict too.

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This thread has been super helpful! I was way off on what I thought the max benefit was. Good to know what to expect when I file my claim next week.

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Same here! I feel much more prepared now. Thanks everyone for all the detailed info.

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Glad this helped! Just remember if you run into any issues getting through to Washington ESD, there are services like Claimyr that can help you connect with agents directly.

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