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don't forget about the waiting week - there used to be a one week waiting period before you could collect benefits but i think they got rid of that during covid
Correct, Washington eliminated the waiting week in 2020 and it hasn't been reinstated. You can receive benefits for your first week of unemployment if you're otherwise eligible.
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One more thing - make sure you file your weekly claims on time every week, even if your initial claim is still being processed. Missing those deadlines can cause delays in getting paid.
Good to know! When are the weekly claims due?
You can file starting Sunday for the previous week, and they're due by midnight the following Saturday. Don't wait until the last minute though.
honestly the whole system is confusing as hell. i've been trying to figure out my benefit amount for weeks and keep getting different answers. might just file and see what happens
That's probably the best approach. The online calculator isn't always accurate anyway because it doesn't account for all the nuances.
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Based on what you've described - 8 months full-time at $18/hour - you should definitely qualify. You're well over the hour requirement and your wages should easily meet the minimums.
Thanks for the reassurance. I feel much better about my situation now.
No problem. Just make sure to file as soon as possible if you do get laid off. Benefits don't start until you file your claim.
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Does anyone know if the types of unemployment benefits affect your taxes differently?
All unemployment benefits are taxable income, regardless of the type. You can choose to have taxes withheld from your benefits or pay them when you file your tax return. The benefit type doesn't change the tax treatment.
I learned this the hard way my first year on unemployment. Make sure to either have taxes withheld or set money aside because you'll owe taxes on all the benefits you receive.
This thread has been really helpful! I feel like I have a much better understanding of the different types of unemployment benefits now. Thanks everyone for the detailed explanations.
Glad it helped! The main thing to remember is just to file your claim honestly and completely. Washington ESD will determine what you're eligible for, and you can always call them if you have questions about your specific situation.
Yes, this was great. I was worried I was applying for the wrong thing, but now I understand they determine your benefit type based on your circumstances. Much less stressful!
Mila Walker
One more thing - keep documentation of everything. Save confirmation numbers, print out important pages, screenshot your claim status. If anything goes wrong you'll need proof of what happened and when.
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Ellie Simpson
•Good advice. Sounds like the key is to be organized and keep good records throughout the process.
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Mila Walker
•Exactly. And file your weekly claims on the same day each week so you don't forget. Missing even one can cause problems.
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Logan Scott
Based on everyone's advice here, sounds like I should stop overthinking this and just apply. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. Going to gather my employment documents and file online today.
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•Hope it goes smoothly for you. Don't hesitate to ask if you run into any issues.
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