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Don't forget that if you find work before your benefits run out, you can sometimes restart your claim later if you get laid off again within the benefit year, as long as you haven't exhausted all your weeks.
That's good to know! So if I find a job after 10 weeks of benefits, I'd still have 16 weeks available if I needed them later?
Exactly, as long as it's within your benefit year and you meet the requalification requirements
The whole system is confusing but once you get your determination letter it'll spell everything out clearly. Mine showed exactly how many weeks I qualified for and my weekly benefit amount. Just keep filing your weekly claims on time while you wait for that paperwork.
Good plan - and remember to keep detailed records of your job search activities from day one
Best of luck with everything! The uncertainty is the worst part but it gets easier once you understand your specific situation.
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Just want to add that if you're working for temp agencies or doing gig work, make sure those earnings are actually reported to Washington ESD. Sometimes that income doesn't count toward your base period if it's not properly reported as covered employment.
Good point! Both my jobs are regular W-2 employment so I think I'm okay there.
Yeah 1099 work usually doesn't count unless you've been paying into the system voluntarily
Thanks everyone for all the info in this thread! Really cleared up my confusion about the work requirements. Seems like the key thing is having enough total earnings in your base period, not how many hours per week you worked.
Exactly! This has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about understanding the requirements now.
Glad we could help clarify things. The earnings requirement is definitely the main hurdle for most people.
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The hardest part for me was figuring out my base year wages. Make sure you understand which quarters they're asking about - it's not always the most recent ones.
How do they determine which quarters to use?
They use the first four of the last five completed quarters before you file your claim. It's confusing but the application will tell you which quarters they need.
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The hardest part isn't figuring out your benefit amount, it's actually getting approved and navigating all the requirements. Make sure you understand the job search rules before you start collecting.
What are the job search requirements exactly? I keep hearing about this but haven't looked into the details.
You need to make 3 job search contacts per week and keep a log. Washington ESD can audit you at any time so keep good records.
Been collecting UI for 2 months now and the payments are pretty consistent once you get set up. The key is filing your weekly claim every Sunday without fail.
Do you get paid the same week you file or is there a delay?
Usually takes 2-3 business days after filing your weekly claim. I file Sunday night and get paid Wednesday typically.
Anastasia Fedorov
For what it's worth, 26 weeks is actually pretty standard. Most states offer between 12-26 weeks, so Washington is on the higher end. Could be worse.
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Isabella Santos
•thats good to know. i was worried 26 weeks wasnt enough time but sounds like were lucky compared to other places
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StarStrider
Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum in Washington, no exceptions unless there's a federal extension program (which there isn't right now). Use the time wisely to find good work, meet all the job search requirements, and file your weekly claims on time. Good luck everyone!
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Yara Sayegh
•Thanks to everyone who answered! This thread was super helpful. Time to update my resume and start applying seriously.
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AstroAdventurer
•Same here. At least now I know exactly what I'm working with time-wise.
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