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UPDATE: Just wanted to say I filed my claim and got confirmation that it's being processed. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and advice. Fingers crossed!
Great job getting it filed! Now the waiting game begins, but you've taken the most important step.
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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.
Right, and you have to be actively looking for work and filing weekly claims to keep getting benefits.
Exactly! The job search requirements are pretty strict too.
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The whole Washington ESD system needs an overhaul. It's 2025 and we're still dealing with account numbers that nobody can find?? Come on!
Agree 100%. Other states have much better online systems.
At least it's better than it used to be before they updated the website a few years ago.
UPDATE: Found it! It was in my spam folder in an email from Washington ESD from when I first applied. Thanks everyone for the suggestions!
awesome! now you can finally get into your account and file your weekly claims
Perfect! And remember that Claimyr option if you ever need to reach an agent quickly in the future.
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Just to add - if there ever are federal extensions or special programs in the future, Washington ESD will automatically determine if you qualify. You won't need to file separate applications.
That's really helpful to know for the future.
Ellie Kim
Make sure your unemployment benefits aren't set to expire soon. Lenders want to see that you'll have income for the duration of the loan.
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Levi Parker
•I should have about 20 more weeks of benefits left, assuming I don't find a job before then. Hopefully that's enough time.
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Ellie Kim
•That should be plenty. Most car loans are 3-5 years anyway, so they're not expecting your unemployment to last that long.
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Fiona Sand
One last tip - if you get approved, set up automatic payments from your checking account. It shows the lender you're responsible and you might even get a small interest rate discount.
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Levi Parker
•Good idea! I already have my unemployment benefits on direct deposit so adding another automatic payment shouldn't be a problem.
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Hunter Hampton
•Just make sure the payment date aligns with when you get your unemployment deposit so you don't overdraft.
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