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does anyone know if the child tax credit or other credits help offset the taxes owed on unemployment? trying to figure out how much i might actually owe
Yes, all your normal tax credits and deductions still apply. The unemployment income just gets added to your other income to determine your total tax liability.
ok that helps, maybe it wont be as bad as i thought
Final update: talked to a tax preparer and based on my income level, I'll owe about $1,200 in additional federal taxes on my unemployment benefits. Not great but manageable. Definitely going to elect tax withholding if I ever need to file for UI again.
Good that you got professional advice. It's always better to know what you're dealing with ahead of time.
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One more Claimyr success story - used it yesterday to ask about a missing payment from two weeks ago. Turns out there was a system glitch and they reprocessed it while I was on the call. Would have taken forever to figure that out on my own.
Okay I'm convinced. Going to try it next time I have an issue instead of wasting hours on hold.
Smart move. The video demo really shows how much easier it is than the regular phone system.
Bottom line for anyone just starting: file your weekly claim by Sunday night, expect deposit Wednesday-Friday depending on your bank, and don't stress if the first payment takes longer. After a few weeks you'll know your bank's exact timing.
agreed, wish i had found this info when i first started claiming
thanks everyone for all the tips!
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Just remember that employers are looking for someone who can do the job, not someone with a perfect employment history. Focus on your skills, experience, and what you can bring to their company.
Thanks for the reminder. I need to focus more on selling my skills rather than worrying about the gap.
Exactly! The gap is just one small part of your overall story.
Good luck with your interviews! Sounds like you've been doing everything right during your job search. Just remember to present it confidently and you'll be fine.
Thank you! This thread has been really helpful. I feel much more prepared now.
You've got this! The right employer will appreciate your thorough approach to finding the right fit.
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One thing nobody mentioned - if you get approved for UI, you'll need to report any severance pay or vacation payout you receive. That can affect your benefit timing. Just something to keep in mind.
I don't think I'll get any severance since I'm being fired, but good to know about vacation pay.
Yeah, they have to pay out accrued vacation in Washington, so just make sure to report it when you file your weekly claims.
Bottom line - file your claim as soon as you're terminated, be completely honest about what happened, keep all your documentation, and don't panic if it goes to adjudication. Most non-misconduct cases get approved eventually, it just takes time.
Thanks everyone for all the advice. Feeling a lot less panicked about this whole situation now. Will definitely file right away if/when it happens.
Good luck! The system can be frustrating but it does work most of the time for legitimate claims.
Molly Hansen
Just to add - make sure you're honest on your applications about previous claims if they ask. Washington ESD has records of all your past claims anyway, so transparency is always the best policy.
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Christian Bierman
•Do they specifically ask about previous claims on the application? I don't remember seeing that question.
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Molly Hansen
•They might not ask directly, but they have access to your full UI history in their system. Just be truthful if any questions come up.
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Brady Clean
Thanks everyone for all the info! Sounds like I was worrying about nothing. Going to go ahead and file my claim if I end up getting laid off. Good to know there's no arbitrary limit on how many times you can use unemployment benefits.
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Emma Olsen
•Good luck with your situation! Remember to file as soon as possible after your last day of work to avoid any delays in benefits.
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Lucas Lindsey
•Hope it works out for you. The system is there for exactly these situations, so don't hesitate to use it if you need it.
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