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One more thing - if you have any issues with your claim getting stuck in adjudication or need to talk to someone about eligibility questions, that Claimyr service really does help cut through the phone system hassles. Saved me hours of frustration.
The day doesn't matter but I always recommend filing on a weekday if possible. If you run into technical issues or have questions, it's easier to get help during business hours than on weekends.
Update us after you file! Always curious to hear how the process goes for people. Washington ESD has made some improvements to their online system recently so hopefully it's smoother than it used to be.
Thanks everyone for clearing this up. I feel much more confident about filling out my forms now knowing unemployment is unearned income, not earned income.
For what it's worth, I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier when I couldn't get through to verify my work history. Ended up saving me a lot of stress because the agent was able to confirm I had enough wages and hours within like 10 minutes. Worth checking out if you're having trouble getting answers.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This has been way more helpful than trying to navigate the Washington ESD website. Sounds like with 8 months of work I should be okay, but I'll double-check my wage records just to be sure.
Santiago Diaz
The job search requirement is no joke. Keep detailed records of every application, contact, and interview. They can audit your job search log at any time.
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Sophia Bennett
•What format should I use for the log? Is there a specific form?
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Santiago Diaz
•You can use their online job search log in your SAW account or keep your own spreadsheet. Just make sure it has dates, employer names, and contact methods.
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Millie Long
One last tip - read everything Washington ESD sends you carefully! I almost missed an important deadline because I skimmed through a letter thinking it was just routine correspondence.
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Sophia Bennett
•Thanks everyone for all the help! I feel much more confident about starting this process now.
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Aiden Chen
•Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time and keep looking for work. You've got this!
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