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Just remember that unemployment tax is just one of many payroll taxes you'll be dealing with as an employer. Factor in Social Security, Medicare, state income tax withholding, and workers comp when budgeting for labor costs.
For a small business, a payroll service can definitely be worth it. They handle all the tax calculations, filing, and compliance issues so you can focus on running your business.
Agreed. The peace of mind alone is worth the cost when you're just starting out.
Final tip: Washington ESD employers have to report new hires within 20 days. It's part of the child support enforcement program but it's required for all employers regardless of whether your employees have child support obligations.
Thanks for all the advice everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel like I have a much better understanding of what I'm getting into.
Good luck with your new business! The tax stuff seems complicated at first but it becomes routine once you get the hang of it.
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Military discharge status can affect eligibility too. Dishonorable discharge might disqualify you from UI benefits, but most other discharge types are fine.
I'm not military but that's good information for veterans to know.
Bottom line - Washington ESD has a lot of potential disqualification reasons, but most people who lose their job through no fault of their own will qualify. The key is being honest about your situation and following all the requirements.
Good luck! Remember to document everything about your hostile work environment situation. The more evidence you have, the better your chances of avoiding a disqualification.
And if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD about your specific case, definitely consider using Claimyr. It's so much easier than trying to get through the regular phone lines.
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Just remember that even if you get the maximum amount, there's still a limit on how many weeks you can collect. It's usually 26 weeks unless there are extensions.
Good point. Hopefully I won't need it for that long but it's good to know the limits.
Yeah, and the weeks don't have to be consecutive. If you go back to work and then get laid off again, your remaining weeks carry over in most cases.
One thing to watch out for is that your benefit year starts when you first file, not when you actually start collecting. So don't delay filing if you think you might need unemployment benefits.
Yeah, it's a common mistake. You can't get benefits for weeks before you file, even if you were unemployed during that time.
That's why they always say to file as soon as possible after you lose your job.
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Final thought: I've helped several older relatives with their unemployment claims over the years. The process is exactly the same regardless of age. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. If you've worked and paid into the system, you've earned these benefits.
Thank you so much to everyone who responded. I'm filing my claim tomorrow morning. You've all been incredibly helpful and reassuring.
Good luck with your claim! You'll do fine. The system is designed to help people like you who are genuinely looking for work.
One last piece of advice: when you file, make sure you have all your employment information ready including dates, wages, and reason for separation. The more accurate information you provide upfront, the smoother your claim process will be. Age won't be a factor at all.
I've been gathering all my paperwork. I have 12 years of employment history with this company so it should be straightforward. Thanks again everyone!
You're going to do great. Don't let your former supervisor's misinformation discourage you. You have every right to these benefits.
Harold Oh
I'm still confused about the base period calculation. If I file in March 2025, which quarters do they look at?
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Harold Oh
•So they don't look at Q4 2024 even though it's more recent?
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Heather Tyson
•Right, because they need completed quarters. Q4 2024 would be the fifth quarter back, and they only use that if you don't qualify using the standard base period.
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Amun-Ra Azra
The whole system would be so much easier if they just had better customer service. Trying to get answers about benefit calculations is like pulling teeth.
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Summer Green
•That's why services like Claimyr exist. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person who can look at your specific situation instead of trying to figure it out from generic website information.
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Amun-Ra Azra
•I might have to try that. I've been going in circles trying to understand my benefit calculation.
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