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The whole tax situation with unemployment benefits is designed to catch people off guard. They should automatically withhold taxes unless you specifically opt out, not the other way around.
I agree completely. Most people don't realize they need to plan for taxes on their benefits.
It's especially hard when you're already struggling financially and then get hit with a tax bill on top of it.
If anyone is really struggling with the tax bill from unemployment benefits, look into the IRS Fresh Start program. They have options for people who can't pay their full tax liability right away.
Good to know there are options if I can't pay it all at once. Thanks for mentioning that.
Yeah, the IRS is usually pretty reasonable about setting up payment plans if you're proactive about contacting them.
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One thing to remember is that even if you qualify for unemployment, you'll need to file weekly claims to actually receive payments. Miss a week and you could lose that week's benefits permanently.
When do you file the weekly claims? Is it every Sunday or something like that?
You can file starting Sunday for the previous week. Most people file Sunday or Monday to make sure they don't forget. Set a reminder on your phone!
Hope this all works out for you! The retail industry is tough with all the seasonal layoffs. At least Washington State has pretty good unemployment benefits compared to a lot of places.
Thanks for all the encouragement everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I feel much more prepared now if I do end up needing to file for unemployment.
Good luck! Remember to keep track of your wages and don't hesitate to file if you become unemployed. The Washington ESD system can be navigated successfully with the right information.
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Good luck! Come back and let us know how it goes. Always happy to help someone navigate this maze of a system.
Will do! Hopefully it goes smoothly but if I run into issues I know where to find help now.
Just remember - filing for unemployment isn't something to be ashamed of. You paid into this system through your taxes and you deserve these benefits when you need them. Don't let anyone make you feel bad about using a safety net that's there for exactly this situation.
Thanks for saying that. I definitely needed to hear it. This whole situation has been pretty stressful.
Totally normal to feel that way. Just focus on getting back on your feet and finding your next opportunity.
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Just wanted to follow up on the Claimyr service I mentioned earlier - I've used it twice now when I needed to speak with ESD agents and it's been worth it both times. Much better than spending hours on hold or getting disconnected.
You basically give them your info and they handle the calling and waiting for you. When they get an agent on the line, they connect you directly. The demo video explains it better than I can.
I was skeptical at first but ended up using it last month when I couldn't reach ESD about an overpayment notice. Actually got through to someone who could help me resolve it.
Bottom line: plan for 3 weeks minimum from filing to first payment. If it happens faster, great! If it takes longer, at least you were prepared financially.
Perfect summary! Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much better prepared now.
Good luck with your claim! Hope it goes smoothly for you.
Mateo Gonzalez
dont forget you can appeal if they deny your claim! you have 30 days from the determination date to file an appeal if something goes wrong
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Isabella Costa
•Hopefully I won't need to worry about appeals, but good to know.
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Aisha Ali
One last tip - if you do seasonal work or have irregular employment, your claim might take longer to process. They have to calculate your benefit amount based on multiple quarters of wages which can slow things down.
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Isabella Costa
•I worked the same job for 2 years so my employment history is pretty simple.
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