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jst a tip, make sure u print ur wage report when they send it to u becuz i didnt and then i noticed they missed like $4000 from one job and by the time i called to fix it was too late, had to struggle with smaller payments then i shoulda got
Great advice. You have 30 days from when they send your monetary determination to appeal if you think there are missing wages or other issues with your benefit calculation.
Update: I went ahead and applied yesterday. My monetary determination showed they used Q1-Q4 2024 as my base year. I'm actually ok with the benefit amount they calculated. Thanks for helping me understand how it works everyone!
Yes, they do show you the breakdown! My monetary determination had a section that listed each quarter with the specific wages from each employer. It also showed which two quarters they used as my "high quarter" and "second high quarter" for the calculation. Really helpful to see exactly where the numbers came from.
Congrats on getting it sorted out! That's such a relief when the numbers work in your favor. Just a heads up - if you do any part-time or gig work while collecting, make sure to report those earnings on your weekly claims. Even small amounts can affect your benefits if not reported properly.
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One last thing - if you do have to call Washington ESD and can't get through, that Claimyr service mentioned earlier really does work. I was skeptical at first but it saved me hours of trying to get through on my own.
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No problem! Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to get clear answers on complicated situations like this.
This is exactly the kind of detailed information I was hoping to find! I'm in a similar situation at 62 and my company has been dropping hints about potential layoffs. It's really helpful to see so many people confirm that you can collect both benefits simultaneously in Washington. I've been putting off making decisions about Social Security timing because I wasn't sure how it would interact with unemployment if I needed it. Now I feel like I can make a more informed choice about my retirement planning. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences!
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Make sure you're not missing any required actions too. Sometimes ESD requires additional documentation even after you're marked eligible, and that can hold up payments.
I've checked my account multiple times and don't see any pending actions or document requests.
Sounds like you're on top of it then. Probably just a processing delay at this point.
I went through the exact same thing a few months ago! "Eligible" status is actually a really good sign - it means Washington ESD has reviewed your claim and determined you qualify for benefits. The delay between showing eligible and actually receiving payments is unfortunately pretty common. In my case, it took about 6 business days from when my status changed to eligible before I saw the money in my account. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims on time and maintain your job search activities through WorkSource. The payments should start flowing soon - hang in there!
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Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been through this exact situation! I took online project management courses while on unemployment about 6 months ago. The most important thing is definitely being upfront about it - I reported it every single week on my claim and never had any issues. One thing I'd recommend is when you answer "yes" to the training question, be really specific in the comments section. I always wrote something like "Self-paced online courses, no set schedule, available for immediate employment, continuing all job search activities." This seemed to help because I never got any follow-up questions from ESD. Also, keep records of your course enrollment showing it's self-paced - I took screenshots of the course description that mentioned flexible scheduling. Never needed them, but good to have just in case. Your plan sounds solid, and supply chain management is a great field to get into right now!
That's such great advice about being specific in the comments section! I love the exact wording you used - "Self-paced online courses, no set schedule, available for immediate employment, continuing all job search activities." That really covers all the key points ESD would want to know. I'm definitely going to use something similar when I start reporting my classes. And you're absolutely right about taking screenshots of the course descriptions - having that documentation ready could save a lot of headaches if questions come up later. Thanks for the encouragement about supply chain management too! It really does seem like a growing field with good opportunities.
I went through something similar when I was laid off from my logistics job last year. I enrolled in online Excel and data analysis courses while collecting unemployment. The key is definitely transparency - I reported it every week and emphasized that the courses were completely flexible and wouldn't prevent me from accepting work. What really helped me was creating a simple document that outlined my weekly schedule showing how I balanced job searching, the online courses, and maintaining full availability for employment. I never had to submit it, but having it ready gave me peace of mind and clear talking points if ESD ever called. The courses ended up being super valuable - I actually got hired at a company that was impressed I used my unemployment time productively to build relevant skills. Just make sure you're still hitting all your job search requirements and can honestly say you're available to start work immediately if offered a position. Sounds like you've got the right approach!
That's such a smart idea about creating a weekly schedule document! Having that kind of organized overview of how you're balancing everything would definitely be helpful if ESD has any questions about your availability. And congratulations on landing a job where your proactive skill-building actually impressed the employer - that's exactly the kind of outcome I'm hoping for! It's encouraging to hear that using unemployment time to develop relevant skills can actually be viewed positively by potential employers. I'll definitely make sure to keep detailed records of my schedule and maintain full availability while taking these courses.
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While you're waiting for the adjudication decision, make sure you're completing all your job search activities (3 per week) and documenting them properly. I had a friend who got through adjudication only to have his benefits denied because he hadn't been doing his job search activities during the waiting period. ESD considers this a separate requirement even while your claim is in adjudication.
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Val Rossi
•Thanks for this reminder! I've been doing my job searches and keeping track in the WorkSource system. Good to know that's still required even while I'm in adjudication.
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Elijah Knight
Hey Val, I just went through this exact same situation last month! The waiting is absolutely nerve-wracking, especially when you have bills coming due. In my case, it took about 12 days from when I submitted my documentation until I got the decision. What helped me stay sane during the wait was setting up a daily routine to check my eServices account (usually around 9 AM when they tend to post updates) and keeping a detailed log of everything I submitted with dates. Also, don't be afraid to call if you haven't heard anything by day 14 - sometimes just having them confirm your case is actively being reviewed can give you peace of mind. Hang in there, you've got this!
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