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Remember that Washington ESD's main concern is preventing fraud, not punishing people for complicated employment situations. As long as you're transparent and continue meeting your obligations, you should be fine.
That's a good way to think about it. I'll focus on staying compliant and communicating clearly.
Exactly. Transparency and compliance are key. Most issues arise when people try to hide information or cut corners.
hope everything works out with your job situation. these transition periods are stressful but you're handling it the right way by asking questions and staying informed
Thank you! I feel much better about how to handle this after getting everyone's input here.
That's what these forums are for. Good luck with the new job when it finally starts!
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One more vote for Claimyr if traditional methods aren't working. I know several people who have used it successfully now. Sometimes you just need that extra help to navigate the system.
I'm definitely going to try it. At this point I've wasted so much time trying to get through on my own.
Same here, wish I had known about services like that sooner. Would have saved me weeks of frustration.
Final tip - if you do get through to someone who can't help you, politely ask to be transferred to someone who can access adjudication files. Not all agents have the same level of system access.
Good to know! I'll make sure to ask for a supervisor or specialist if the first person can't help.
Exactly. Be persistent but polite. These agents deal with frustrated people all day so a little kindness goes a long way.
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Just want to add that if you're thinking about doing any part-time or temporary work while on unemployment, make sure you report it properly on your weekly claims. You can often still receive partial benefits, but you have to be honest about all income.
That's good to know. I might pick up some gig work while I'm looking for a full-time job.
Just report everything honestly. It's better to have reduced benefits than to get hit with an overpayment later.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm going to file my initial claim tonight and make sure to start filing weekly claims right away. This thread has been incredibly helpful and way more informative than the Washington ESD website itself.
You're welcome! Don't hesitate to ask if you run into any issues with your claim.
Good luck! Remember to keep detailed records of everything and stay on top of your weekly filings.
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been there done that. progress status lasted 4 days for me then went straight to paid. never found out what they were checking but got my full payment plus the delayed one
That's what I'm hoping happens with mine. Thanks for sharing your experience.
UPDATE: For anyone following this thread, my claim finally switched from progress to paid this morning! It took 3 days total and I got my full payment. I never did find out what they were checking but I'm just glad it's resolved. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!
Glad it worked out! Good to know you got your payment without having to call in.
this gives me hope that mine will resolve soon too, thanks for updating!
Landon Morgan
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much more confident about meeting my job search requirements now. This thread has been incredibly useful.
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Teresa Boyd
•Agreed! So much better than trying to decode the official ESD website.
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Lourdes Fox
•This is exactly why I love this forum - real people helping each other navigate the system.
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Bruno Simmons
For anyone still reading, remember that job search requirements can vary based on your specific situation (like if you're on standby or have other arrangements). When in doubt, it's worth getting clarification from ESD directly rather than guessing.
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Ali Anderson
•Good point about standby status. I'm in regular unemployment so the 3 activities per week applies to me.
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Aileen Rodriguez
•Yeah, there are definitely special circumstances that can affect requirements. Always better to verify your specific situation.
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