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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Just want to mention again that claimyr.com was super helpful for getting specific answers about partial benefits. The agent explained exactly how my earnings would affect my weekly benefit amount and answered all my questions. Way better than trying to figure it out from the website alone.
How quickly were you able to get through to someone? I've been on hold with Washington ESD for hours before.
Like 10-15 minutes tops. Definitely faster than calling the regular number. They handle all the callback stuff so you don't have to sit on hold.
The most important thing is that you keep filing those weekly claims! Even if some weeks you don't get any money because you earned too much, you need to maintain your claim. Missing weeks can really mess things up if your hours get cut later.
Got it! File every week no matter what. I'll set a reminder on my phone so I don't forget.
Smart idea with the phone reminder! I use Sunday evenings to file my claim and update my job search log. Having a routine helps.
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My tax software is asking for my unemployment benefits but the number on my 1099-G seems wrong. It's showing way more than I think I received. Should I just use the 1099-G amount or try to figure out the actual amount?
That makes sense. I'll try to get through to Washington ESD to verify it.
If you can't get through their regular phone lines, try Claimyr - it's been a lifesaver for actually reaching Washington ESD agents when I need to resolve issues like this.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread! I learned way more about unemployment taxes than I expected. Filing my return this weekend now that I understand what I need to do.
Same here! This was really helpful. Good luck with your taxes everyone!
Yeah this thread should be pinned for tax season. Lots of good info here.
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One last tip - screenshot everything when you file online. The Washington ESD website can be glitchy and you want proof of what you submitted and when. Also helps if you need to reference your application later.
Great advice! I'll definitely document everything as I go through the process.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much more confident about filing now. Going to submit my application this week and include all the severance details upfront. Really appreciate this community!
Good luck with your claim! Feel free to post updates if you run into any issues.
You've got this! The process is way less scary once you actually start it.
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For anyone reading this who's new to seasonal unemployment - the first year is always the hardest because you're learning the system. After that it becomes routine. Keep all your paperwork organized and file your weekly claims on time every week.
That's reassuring. This will be my first time really understanding the process instead of just winging it.
Smart approach. Understanding it properly from the start will save you headaches later.
Anyone else notice that the Washington ESD system seems to glitch more during peak filing times? Like when everyone's filing for seasonal unemployment in November/December? Always takes forever to load pages.
Yeah I've noticed that too. I try to file my weekly claims early in the morning or late at night to avoid the rush.
Same here. Sunday mornings seem to work better than Sunday evenings for filing weekly claims.
Mason Stone
one thing nobody mentioned - if you have issues with your claim or questions about seasonal eligibility, claimyr.com can help you get through to washington esd agents who actually understand seasonal employment. saved me a lot of frustration last year
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Mason Stone
•yeah it's legit. they have a video demo that shows exactly how it works - helps you skip the phone queue basically
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Hunter Brighton
•i looked into this too after seeing it mentioned. seems useful for when you actually need to talk to someone instead of just reading online help
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Grace Thomas
To wrap this up - seasonal employees absolutely can and should collect unemployment benefits in Washington. You've earned those benefits through your work, and the system is designed to handle seasonal employment patterns. File your claim promptly, stay on top of your weekly certifications, and don't hesitate to contact Washington ESD if you have questions about your specific situation.
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Ellie Lopez
•Good luck with your claim! Hope your benefits get approved quickly.
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Nina Fitzgerald
•You'll be fine. Seasonal unemployment is totally normal in construction. Welcome to the club!
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