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If you're getting severance pay or have other income, make sure you report it when you file. Washington ESD will find out anyway and it's better to be upfront about it from the start.
I might get a small severance check next month. Do I report that now or when I actually get it?
Report it when you actually receive it, not when you expect to get it. But definitely report it when you do your weekly claim that week.
Last thing - don't panic if your claim goes into adjudication or if there are delays. It's frustrating but the system is backed up and these things happen. Just keep filing your weekly claims and be patient.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more prepared to file now.
Dylan Evans
•Good luck with your claim! Come back and let us know how it goes.
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Dylan Wright
Have you considered gig work or freelancing while you look for permanent employment? It's not ideal but it can help bridge the gap and those earnings count toward a new benefit year if you need to file again later.
Zara Shah
•I've done some DoorDash and Uber but it barely covers gas money. The gig economy isn't what it used to be.
Dylan Wright
•I know it's not great pay, but every little bit helps and it does count as work hours for unemployment purposes.
NebulaKnight
Bottom line is you need to prepare for benefits to end at 26 weeks. There's no magical extension coming. Start planning now for how you'll handle rent, food, insurance, etc. without that weekly benefit payment.
Zara Shah
•Yeah I'm starting to realize that. It's scary but I need to face reality and figure out my next steps.
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Kaylee Cook
wish more people understood how unemployment funding actually works. would cut down on a lot of the judgment and misinformation
Definitely sharing this info with friends and family. It's important for people to know.
OP you should feel proud of the fact that you're navigating the system and filing your weekly claims properly. That's not always easy with Washington ESD's website and requirements.
Thank you! The weekly filing process was confusing at first but I'm getting the hang of it.
It definitely has a learning curve. You're doing everything right by staying on top of it.
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Ryan Vasquez
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Avery Saint
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Ryan Vasquez
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Taylor Chen
Bottom line: add up all your wages from the last 5 quarters, see if you meet the minimum requirements, and don't worry about how long you were at any specific job. The system is designed to help workers who change jobs frequently.
Perfect summary! Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more confident about my situation now.
This thread should be pinned - such good info about base period requirements!
Sebastian Scott
I filed online three months ago and the whole process was smooth. Just be patient because it can take a while for everything to get processed and approved, especially during busy periods.
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Andre Laurent
•How long did it take from filing to getting your first payment?
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Sebastian Scott
•About 3 weeks total, but that included a holiday weekend. Most people I know got their first payment within 2-3 weeks.
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Emily Sanjay
One more thing - after you file online, make sure to check your account regularly for any messages or requests for additional information. Missing those can delay your claim significantly.
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Jordan Walker
•How often should you check your account?
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Emily Sanjay
•I'd check at least every couple days, especially in the first few weeks after filing. Washington ESD will post updates and requests there.
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