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The application process seems really complicated. Do I need to gather a bunch of documents before I start?
You'll need your Social Security card, driver's license, and employment history for the last 18 months including dates and wages. Having your W2s or pay stubs helps too.
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Also save all your confirmation numbers and emails from ESD. You'll need them if there are any issues later on.
Will do. Thanks again everyone!
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I've been following this thread because I might be in a similar situation soon. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. Really helpful to see that it's possible to get unemployment while on disability.
Glad this thread helped you too! Feel free to message me if you have questions after I go through the process.
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Quick question - if I received unemployment benefits but also worked part-time, do I report both incomes separately?
Yes, report your W-2 income on the wages line and your unemployment benefits on line 7. They're separate types of income even though you may have received them during the same period.
Perfect, that's what I was thinking but wanted to confirm. Thanks!
This whole thread has been super helpful! I was totally lost on where to put my unemployment benefits on my tax return.
Same here! I'm feeling much more confident about filing my taxes now. Line 7 on the 1040 with the amount from box 1 of the 1099-G - got it!
Glad this helped everyone. Tax season is stressful enough without having to figure out where everything goes on the forms.
Yuki Kobayashi
Current Washington unemployment rate doesn't really matter for individual claims but since you asked - it's been hovering around 4.1-4.3% depending on the month. What does matter is if you need help reaching Washington ESD about your adjudication status. After trying to call for a week straight, I ended up using Claimyr to get through. Worth checking out if you're getting frustrated with busy signals.
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Emma Thompson
•Several people have mentioned Claimyr now, might have to look into that if my adjudication doesn't move soon.
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Yeah it saved me a lot of headache. The video on their site shows exactly how it works if you want to see before trying it.
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Carmen Vega
The unemployment rate question is interesting but honestly doesn't help with your actual problem. Whether it's 4% or 6%, Washington ESD is still going to take their sweet time with adjudications. Focus on what you can control - like following up on your case status.
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Emma Thompson
•Good point, I should probably call them this week to check on status.
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Carmen Vega
•Good luck getting through! The phone lines are brutal but persistence pays off eventually.
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