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One more tip - set up direct deposit when you file your claim. Paper checks take longer and can get lost in the mail. Direct deposit is usually processed within 2-3 business days.
Good to know. I definitely want to get paid as fast as possible once I'm approved.
Final reminder that benefit amounts can change if you have any earnings during the week. Even small amounts of work need to be reported on your weekly claim or you could face an overpayment later.
yeah i had to pay back money because i didnt report some odd jobs i did. they eventually find out everything
I'll make sure to report everything. The last thing I need is to owe them money back.
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One last tip - when you file your weekly claims, answer all questions honestly but don't overthink them. The system is pretty straightforward if you're genuinely looking for work and available to accept suitable employment.
Thanks for all the advice everyone! I feel much more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! Come back and let us know how it goes.
Just want to add that if you need to contact Washington ESD for any reason during the process, calling first thing in the morning usually has shorter wait times. Or that Claimyr thing people mentioned seems to work well too.
Yeah, Claimyr was a lifesaver for me. Much better than sitting on hold for hours.
I'll have to check that out if I run into problems with my own claim.
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One more thing - make sure you keep checking your ESD account regularly for any messages or requests for additional information. They communicate everything through the online portal now and if you miss something it can delay your claim.
Good point. I'll make sure to check it frequently once I get my account set up.
The system has definitely improved over the years but it's still not perfect. Just be patient with the process and don't hesitate to reach out for help if you get stuck. There are people here who have been through it all before.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more prepared to tackle this now.
Good luck with your claim! Remember to file those weekly claims on time once you get approved.
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This whole system is so confusing. Why can't they just send you a letter explaining when you can file again instead of making everyone guess?
Right? Like a simple notification that says 'your benefit year ended, here's how to file a new claim if you become unemployed again.
Exactly! Would save everyone so much stress and confusion.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I'm feeling much more confident about filing my new claim now. Going to do it online this weekend and hopefully avoid the phone system entirely.
Hope everything goes smoothly for you. This thread helped me understand the process better too.
I'll post an update once I get through the filing process in case it helps anyone else in the future.
Ava Johnson
Another thing about those 26 weeks - if you earn too much in part-time work while collecting, it can extend your claim duration but reduce weekly payments. There's a formula for how much you can earn before it affects benefits.
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Ava Johnson
•Potentially yes, but you have to report all earnings and the math gets complicated. Might be worth asking Washington ESD about the earnings rules.
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Carmen Flores
•This is exactly the kind of question where Claimyr could help - getting through to an agent who can explain the earnings rules specific to your situation.
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Miguel Diaz
Bottom line for planning purposes - assume 26 weeks maximum, start job searching immediately, and don't count on extensions. That's the safest way to approach it. The benefits are there to help bridge you to new employment, not as long-term income replacement.
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QuantumQueen
•Makes sense. Thanks everyone for all the detailed info - this really helped me understand what I'm looking at.
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Zainab Ahmed
•Good luck with your claim and job search! Construction market should pick up in spring if you don't find something before then.
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