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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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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Just want to add that if you're working for a temp agency while on unemployment, make sure they understand you're on benefits. Some agencies are good about scheduling around your benefit requirements, others not so much.
Good point, temp work can be tricky with unemployment because the hours are so unpredictable
I hadn't thought about temp work, that might be a good option for me
Bottom line - you can work and collect benefits in Washington, just be honest about your earnings and understand the calculation. When in doubt, call Washington ESD or use a service like Claimyr to get through to someone who can explain your specific situation.
Thanks everyone, this has been super helpful. I feel confident about taking the part-time job now.
glad you got your answer! working part time while on unemployment really helped me transition back to full time work
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I used that claimyr thing someone mentioned earlier when I had issues with my weekly claim getting stuck. worked exactly like they said - got through to Washington ESD in minutes instead of hours. definitely recommend it if you're having trouble reaching them
Good to hear another positive review. I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues with my claim.
okay I'm convinced - bookmarking that for future reference
Thank you all for sharing your experiences. This has been really eye-opening and helpful. It's good to know I'm not alone in dealing with these challenges and that there are resources available. Going to look into some of the suggestions about WorkSourceWA and other support services.
Good luck with your job search! Keep us updated on how things go.
And remember that Claimyr service if you need to reach Washington ESD quickly about anything. Takes a lot of stress out of dealing with the system.
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Just remember that even if you qualify, there might be a waiting period for your first payment while they process everything. Don't panic if you don't get paid immediately after filing.
Usually 2-3 weeks for the initial determination, but can be longer if there are any issues with your claim.
This is another reason why Claimyr can be helpful - you can get real updates on your claim status instead of just wondering.
Bottom line - file your claim ASAP and let Washington ESD determine if you qualify. With 8 months of work at a decent wage, you almost certainly will. Don't overthink it.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I'm going to file my claim today.
Good luck! Feel free to come back if you run into any issues with the process.
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I tried using that Claimyr thing someone mentioned and it actually got me through to ESD when I needed to ask about tax withholding. Worth checking out if you can't get through their regular lines. The demo video explained it pretty well.
Did you have to wait long once you got connected?
Not really, maybe 10 minutes on hold after getting transferred. Way better than the hours I wasted trying to call directly.
Bottom line for anyone reading this - unemployment benefits are taxable income, period. Plan accordingly by either having taxes withheld or setting money aside. Don't get caught off guard like so many of us did!
This whole thread has been super helpful. Going to start withholding taxes immediately and set aside some money for what I already received. Thanks everyone!
Smart move. Better to be prepared than scrambling at tax time.
Zainab Ali
The whole system is designed to help people get back to work, not just provide free money. That's why there are job search requirements and work availability rules. It's temporary assistance while you look for new employment.
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Connor Murphy
•Exactly! Some people think unemployment is welfare but it's insurance that workers pay into. There's a big difference.
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Carmen Sanchez
•That makes me feel better about applying for it. I was worried it was like asking for charity.
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Yara Nassar
If you're still confused about anything, the Washington ESD website has a lot of good information and FAQs. But like others mentioned, if you need to actually talk to someone, services like Claimyr can help you get through their phone system without spending hours on hold.
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Carmen Sanchez
•I'll definitely check out the website first. Thanks for all the help everyone!
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StarGazer101
•Welcome to the club nobody wants to join! But seriously, unemployment benefits are there for exactly situations like yours. Don't feel bad about using them.
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