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Make sure your employer doesn't contest your claim either. That can delay everything and potentially reduce your benefits if they claim you were fired for misconduct or quit voluntarily.
I was laid off due to budget cuts so hopefully no issues there. Company was actually pretty good about helping us file.
That's good - sounds like a clean separation. Should make your claim process smoother.
Bottom line - expect about 40-50% of your previous income if you were a steady worker. It's not supposed to be a full replacement, just enough to help while you find new employment. Focus on the job search and you'll be back to full pay soon enough.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This gives me a much better idea of what to expect. Time to tighten the budget and start job hunting.
Good luck with your claim! File as soon as possible and stay on top of those weekly certifications.
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Just want to add that when you reapply, they might ask about any training or education you've done since your last claim. I had to explain a certification course I took.
Good point! I did take some online courses. Should I mention those?
Yeah, be honest about any education or training. It usually doesn't hurt your claim and might even help show you're trying to improve your job prospects.
The worst part about reapplying is starting the waiting week over again. Just when you need money most, you have to wait another week for your first payment.
The waiting week was temporarily waived but it's back now for new claims. You won't get paid for your first week of unemployment.
Ugh, that's frustrating but good to know so I can plan accordingly.
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One last thing - if you get any kind of separation pay, vacation payout, or severance from your employer, make sure to report it accurately when you file. That stuff can affect your benefit timing but won't necessarily disqualify you completely.
I did get paid for unused vacation days. Should I wait to file until after that money 'runs out' or file now and report it?
File now and report it. ESD will calculate how it affects your benefits. Waiting just delays the whole process unnecessarily.
This thread has been super helpful! I'm in a similar situation and was completely lost. Going to file my claim today after reading through all this advice.
Right? I feel so much more confident about tackling this now. Good luck with your claim!
Glad we could help! Don't hesitate to ask if you run into specific issues during the process.
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Make sure you have email notifications turned on in your Washington ESD account. They'll send you a payment confirmation when it processes.
Oh good idea! I'll check my notification settings right now.
Yeah it's nice to get that confirmation email so you know it's on the way.
Javier Torres
this is why i always tell people to have taxes withheld from unemployment right from the start. even if it means smaller weekly payments its better than getting hit with a huge tax bill later
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Emma Davis
•Hindsight is 20/20 though. When you're desperate to get any income coming in, tax planning isn't exactly top priority.
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AstroAdventurer
•Exactly. I was just focused on getting approved and getting money to pay bills. Taxes were the last thing on my mind.
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Malik Johnson
One more thing to consider - if you're doing any side work or gig economy stuff while on unemployment, that income is also taxable and usually doesn't have withholding either. Make sure to account for ALL your income when planning for taxes.
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Isabella Ferreira
•Good reminder. And don't forget you have to report that side income to Washington ESD too when you file your weekly claims.
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AstroAdventurer
•I'm not doing any side work right now but good to know for the future. This whole unemployment thing has so many rules to keep track of.
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