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Yuki Ito

Where to pay Washington ESD unemployment taxes - confused about payment process

I just received my 1099-G form from Washington ESD showing I got $8,200 in unemployment benefits last year. Now I'm trying to figure out where exactly I'm supposed to pay the taxes on this. Do I pay Washington ESD directly or does this go through regular tax filing? I'm really confused about the whole process and don't want to mess this up. Has anyone dealt with this before?

This thread has been really helpful. I was in the same boat as OP and wasn't sure about the whole tax process for unemployment benefits. Definitely bookmarking this for reference.

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Same here! Always good to see these kinds of practical discussions about Washington ESD stuff.

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For anyone who had Washington ESD benefits and moved to a different state, you'll still get your 1099-G from Washington but you might need to file tax returns in both states depending on the rules. Just something to keep in mind.

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Fortunately I stayed in Washington the whole time, but good point for people who moved during their claim period.

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Yeah the multi-state tax thing can get really complicated. Definitely worth talking to a tax professional if you're in that situation.

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Makayla Shoemaker

Whats unemployment - confused about Washington ESD benefits and how it all works

I keep hearing people talk about unemployment benefits but honestly I have no idea what unemployment even is or how it works. My job just laid me off last week and everyone keeps telling me to file for unemployment with Washington ESD but I don't understand what that means. Is it like welfare? Do I have to pay it back? How much money do you get? I'm 23 and this is my first real job so I've never dealt with any of this before. Can someone explain what unemployment actually is and how the whole Washington ESD thing works?

Just to follow up on the Claimyr thing - if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD for any reason (checking claim status, resolving issues, asking questions), definitely consider it. Saved me so much time and frustration. Sometimes the small cost is worth avoiding hours on hold.

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I'll keep that in mind if I run into any problems. Hopefully the application process goes smoothly though!

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Good luck with everything! Unemployment benefits really are a lifeline when you need them. Don't feel bad about using a program you paid into.

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Thank you so much! This whole thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel like I actually understand what I'm doing now.

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Lydia Santiago

Does unemployment count as income for taxes and benefits in Washington?

I'm getting confused about whether my unemployment benefits from Washington ESD count as income. I'm filling out some forms for other assistance programs and they're asking about all sources of income. Do I need to report my UI payments? Also worried about tax time - do I have to pay taxes on unemployment? I've been getting $450 a week for the past 8 weeks and want to make sure I'm handling this correctly.

The bottom line is yes, unemployment counts as income for most purposes. Better to over-report than under-report when you're filling out applications or tax forms.

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Thanks everyone! This has been really helpful. I feel much more confident about handling this correctly now.

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Good luck with everything! Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions when tax time comes around.

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saved this thread because i know im going to need this info soon. thanks for asking the question OP!

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Glad it helped someone else too! I was worried I was asking a dumb question.

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Not a dumb question at all. This stuff is confusing and it's better to ask than to guess wrong.

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Liam O'Reilly

How to end unemployment claim with Washington ESD - need to stop benefits

I just accepted a full-time position starting next Monday and need to figure out how to properly end my unemployment claim with Washington ESD. I've been receiving benefits for about 2 months and don't want to accidentally get overpaid or mess anything up. Do I need to call them or can I handle this online through my SecureAccess Washington account? I'm worried about doing something wrong and having to pay money back later.

Just wanted to add that you should also update your job search activities in WorkSourceWA if you've been using that. Let them know you found employment.

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Oh good point, I forgot about that. I'll make sure to update my profile there too.

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Yeah, it's a good practice to keep everything updated. Helps avoid any confusion later.

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Summary for anyone else reading: File your final weekly claim reporting your new job, then stop filing going forward. Keep records of everything. Don't overthink it!

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Perfect summary! That's exactly what I needed to know. Thanks everyone for all the help!

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NeonNova

How to speak to a Washington ESD unemployment agent - can't get through

I've been trying to reach someone at Washington ESD for two weeks now about my unemployment claim and I'm going crazy. Every time I call the main number I either get a busy signal or sit on hold for hours just to get disconnected. My weekly claim got flagged for some reason and now it's showing 'pending' status. I've tried calling first thing in the morning, during lunch, even late afternoon - nothing works. Does anyone have tips on actually getting through to speak to a real person? I'm starting to panic because I have bills due.

Good luck OP. The system is frustrating but don't give up. Your claim will get resolved eventually, just keep pushing. We're all rooting for you!

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Thanks everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I feel like I actually have a plan now instead of just randomly calling and hoping.

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That's what this community is for! Keep us posted on how it goes.

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Update us when you get through! Would love to hear which method ends up working so others can benefit from your experience.

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Definitely will! I'll post an update once I finally talk to someone. Fingers crossed it's soon.

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