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This thread has been super helpful for understanding the PIN system. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and solutions!
Right? This community is so much more helpful than trying to navigate the Washington ESD website alone.
That's what these forums are for - helping each other figure out the system!
Just want to add that if you're still having trouble and need to call Washington ESD, don't give up after the first try. The phone lines are definitely overloaded, but persistence pays off. I had to call three different times over two days before I finally got through to someone who could help reset my PIN. Also, make sure you call from the phone number associated with your claim - they use that for verification purposes.
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OMG I had almost EXACT same thing happen!!! Got hired at hotel front desk, then they wanted me to deliver alcohol to rooms which is against my faith too! I quit and got denied but didn't know I could appeal and just gave up. Don't make my mistake!!! APPEAL APPEAL APPEAL!!!
I'm so sorry you're going through this - it sounds incredibly stressful! As someone who's navigated ESD appeals before, I wanted to add a few practical tips that helped me. When you write your appeal letter, be very specific about the timeline - mention that alcohol service wasn't disclosed until your first day, that you immediately sought accommodation, and that your supervisor explicitly refused. Also, if you can get anything in writing from the employer (even an email confirming they won't accommodate), that's gold for your case. The religious accommodation angle is really strong here since they had zero mention of alcohol in the original posting. Keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit and send your appeal via certified mail if possible. You've got a solid case - don't let ESD's automatic denial discourage you!
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Make sure you register with Washington ESD as soon as you hire your first employee. There are penalties for late registration and you'll be liable for back taxes from the date you should have registered.
How do I register? Do I need to do it online or mail in forms?
You can do it online through the Washington ESD employer portal. Much faster than mailing forms. You'll get your employer account number right away.
Thanks everyone for all this detailed info! This thread has been incredibly helpful. Just to summarize what I've learned: new tech businesses typically start around 1.5-2.7%, there's an additional 0.02% surcharge, taxes are paid quarterly on wages up to $68,500 per employee, and rates can drop significantly over time with good experience ratings. The hardest part seems to be actually reaching Washington ESD when you have questions - definitely going to check out that Claimyr service several people mentioned. Really appreciate this community sharing real-world experiences!
This is such a great summary! I'm also starting a business in Washington and was completely overwhelmed trying to figure out the unemployment tax requirements. It's really helpful to see everyone's real experiences rather than just trying to decipher the official ESD documentation. The Claimyr recommendation keeps coming up - sounds like that might be essential for actually getting through to someone when issues arise. Good luck with your new business!
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congrats!!! told u so! :) ESD is the worst with communication but at least ur getting ur $$$
This is actually quite common - ESD often processes claims in batches, which is why multiple weeks can suddenly change status at once. For future reference, if you ever get disqualified again, you have the right to appeal within 30 days of the decision. Even if you submit documentation, sometimes you need to formally appeal to get the issue resolved quickly.
Congratulations Santiago! This is exactly what happened to me last month - went from disqualified to processing to paid within a week. The fact that yours changed so quickly after uploading those job search documents is a really good sign. ESD's system is painfully slow but when it finally moves, it usually means they've cleared whatever was holding up your claim. Keep filing your weekly claims even while it's processing - you don't want to miss any weeks! Hope you get that back pay soon, 8 weeks is a lot to catch up on.
Norman Fraser
To answer your question about waiting - I would strongly recommend waiting until your wife has received the official employment confirmation before you quit. This gives you the strongest case. If you quit before she has secured the position, ESD will likely view it as quitting without good cause. Also, remember you'll need to be able and available for work and actively seeking employment in Montana to qualify for benefits. Be prepared to document your job search activities there according to Washington's requirements.
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Fernanda Marquez
•Thanks, I think that's the safest approach. I'm going to see if I can delay my resignation until we get the official paperwork. Appreciate everyone's advice on this!
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Edward McBride
I went through something similar when my husband got a job offer in Colorado. One thing that really helped my case was getting a letter from HR at my company stating that they had no remote work options or transfer opportunities available. ESD wants to see that you explored all reasonable alternatives before quitting. Since your situation involves family caregiving, you might also want to get documentation from Montana's caregiver program showing that your wife is in the approval process - even if she doesn't have the job yet, it demonstrates this isn't just a casual move. Also, keep in mind that Montana has a lower cost of living than Washington, so if you do get approved, your benefit amount might go further there than it would here.
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