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This thread has been super helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was completely lost about the timing. Now I know to file immediately and keep up with weekly claims.
One last thing - if you're worried about making mistakes on your application, Washington ESD does allow you to make corrections later, but it's easier to get it right the first time. Take your time filling it out.
Actually used Claimyr myself a few months ago when I needed to talk to someone about my wage base period. The service got me connected pretty quickly and the Washington ESD rep was able to explain exactly how they calculated my benefits using my gross quarterly wages. Worth checking out if you need to speak with someone directly.
Thanks for all this info everyone! I feel so much more confident about filing my claim now. Going to get my SAW account set up and start the process this week.
UPDATE: Just got off the phone with Washington ESD! Took about 25 minutes of waiting but I got through. The agent was super helpful and changed my mother's maiden name in about 3 minutes once I verified my identity. She said it won't affect my weekly claims at all. Thanks everyone for the advice!
Zara Rashid
Hope your deposit comes through soon! The waiting is the worst part, especially when you have bills due. Keep us posted on what happens.
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Keisha Robinson
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much better knowing this is normal.
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Amina Sow
•No problem! This forum has helped me so many times with unemployment questions.
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Luca Romano
For what it's worth, I switched from a big bank to a local credit union specifically because of slow unemployment deposits. Now I get my Washington ESD payments Tuesday morning like clockwork.
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Keisha Robinson
•Which credit union? I'm seriously considering switching after this experience.
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Luca Romano
•Numerica Credit Union. They're great for unemployment deposits and no monthly fees.
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