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Pro tip: if you do get through to someone at Washington ESD, make sure to get their direct extension or callback number. Some agents will give you their direct line for follow-up questions.
That's great advice! I never thought to ask for a direct number.
Not all agents can give direct numbers due to policy, but it's definitely worth asking if you have an ongoing issue that might require follow-up.
Just wanted to update - I tried the Claimyr service after reading about it here and it actually worked! Got connected to a Washington ESD agent who helped me understand why my claim was flagged for adjudication. Turns out there was a simple documentation issue I could resolve.
How long did it take them to get you connected?
About an hour from when I submitted the request to when they called me back with the agent on the line. So much better than spending all day redialing.
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Just remember that even if you qualify for $700+ per week, you still need to be actively looking for work. Don't treat unemployment as a vacation because they do check up on your job search activities.
How often do they check? Is it random or do they audit everyone?
It's mostly random but they can audit anyone. Just keep good records of your job search activities in WorkSourceWA and you'll be fine.
Good luck with your claim! The whole process can be stressful but once you get through the initial setup, the weekly claims are pretty routine. Just make sure to file every week even if you haven't heard about your benefit amount yet.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared to file my claim now.
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The good news is that Washington ESD has pretty decent online resources for employers. Their website has calculators and guides that can help you figure out your rates and requirements.
I'll check those out. Online resources are usually easier than trying to reach someone by phone.
Agreed, their employer portal is actually not bad once you get used to it.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much more confident about getting my unemployment taxes set up correctly now.
Good luck with your new business! The tax stuff is intimidating at first but you'll get the hang of it.
Yeah, and don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it. Better to get it right the first time.
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Good luck with your application! Based on what you've shared, it sounds like you should qualify without any issues. The 8 months of full-time work at a decent salary should easily meet Washington's requirements.
Thank you! I feel much more confident about applying after all this helpful information. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to share their experiences.
Just to wrap up for anyone else reading this thread - the key requirements in Washington are: wages in at least 2 quarters of your base period, at least 680 hours of work OR wages equal to 1.25 times your highest quarter earnings, and you must be unemployed through no fault of your own. Most people who worked full-time for 6+ months will qualify.
Perfect summary! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I'm going to apply today.
Glad we could help! Don't hesitate to ask if you run into any issues during the application process.
Alberto Souchard
Don't forget to sign up for direct deposit right away. Paper checks take forever and can get lost in the mail. Electronic payments are much faster and more reliable.
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Ryder Everingham
•Can I use any bank account or does it have to be checking?
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Alberto Souchard
•Has to be checking or savings at a US bank. They can't deposit to prepaid cards or credit union share draft accounts in some cases.
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Katherine Shultz
Good luck with everything! The unemployment system in Washington isn't perfect but it does work once you get through the initial setup. Keep all your paperwork organized and stay on top of your weekly filings.
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Ryder Everingham
•Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm going to file my claim today.
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Lilly Curtis
•You've got this! Feel free to come back here if you run into any issues during the process.
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