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Pro tip: set up direct deposit if you haven't already. The debit card option can have delays sometimes and you want that back pay as fast as possible.
Already have direct deposit set up thankfully. Learned that lesson from a friend who had to wait extra days for the card.
Good call. Direct deposit is definitely the way to go for faster access to funds.
The whole adjudication process needs to be reformed. Six weeks is way too long to make people wait for benefits they've earned. Glad yours is finally resolved though.
Completely agree. No one should have to stress for weeks wondering if they'll be able to pay their bills.
It's gotten better than it was during COVID but still way too slow for people who need the money to survive.
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Hope this all works out for you OP. The unemployment system can be frustrating but once you get the hang of it the payments are pretty reliable. Just stay on top of your weekly claims and job search requirements.
Thanks everyone for all the help and advice. I feel much more confident about navigating this process now.
Feel free to post again if you run into any issues. Lots of people here have been through similar situations and can help troubleshoot problems.
One thing I wish someone had told me - if you move to a different state while collecting Washington unemployment, you need to notify them. The rules can get complicated with interstate claims.
I'm planning to stay in Washington but good to know for the future.
Yeah it's not something most people think about but it can cause payment delays if you don't handle it right.
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File online, be honest about everything, and don't stress too much. The majority of people who apply get approved, even those who were terminated.
Thanks for the encouragement! I really needed to hear that.
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This thread has been super helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was worried I'd have to choose between social security and unemployment. Good to know I can get both even if the UI amount is reduced.
Glad it helped! The most important thing is accurate reporting. Washington ESD will eventually catch any discrepancies, and it's much easier to get it right from the start than to fix overpayment issues later.
Definitely learned that lesson from other people's experiences. Better to be cautious and accurate than deal with adjudication problems.
Quick update - I used that Claimyr service mentioned earlier and finally got to talk to someone at Washington ESD about my specific situation. The agent confirmed everything discussed here and helped me understand exactly how my benefits would be calculated. Worth it for the peace of mind!
How long did it take them to connect you to an agent?
About 20 minutes from when I submitted my request. Much better than the hours I was spending on hold before.
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Just remember that even after you start receiving benefits, you need to keep filing weekly and meeting all the requirements. It's not set-it-and-forget-it. You have to stay actively engaged with the process the entire time you're collecting.
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Ethan Taylor
•Good point. I definitely don't want to mess anything up once I start getting payments.
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Miguel Silva
•Also be prepared for the possibility of audits or reviews even after you're established. They can always ask for documentation of your job search activities.
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Zainab Ismail
My experience was 3 weeks exactly from filing to first payment. Week 1 waiting period, Week 2 first weekly claim filed, Week 3 got paid. But I know people who waited much longer due to various issues. Just stay patient and persistent.
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Ethan Taylor
•That matches what others have said. I'm hoping for a similar timeline. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
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Zainab Ismail
•You're welcome! The waiting is stressful but most people do get through the process eventually. Hang in there.
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