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Update us on what happens! I'm in a similar situation and curious to hear how the payment plan setup goes for you.
Will do! Planning to call them tomorrow morning (or try that Claimyr service someone mentioned) to get this sorted out.
I went through a Washington ESD overpayment situation last year and here's what I wish someone had told me upfront: First, don't stress too much - they're usually willing to work with you on payment plans. Second, definitely log into your SecureAccess Washington account first to see the details and payment options before calling. Third, if you do need to call, try doing it first thing in the morning (like 8 AM sharp) when the phone lines open - you'll have better luck getting through. I was able to set up a $75/month payment plan with no issues, and they didn't charge any setup fees. The key is being proactive about it rather than waiting. Good luck!
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UPDATE: You guys were right! I just checked my email's spam folder and found an email from ESD with a link to the fact-finding questions! It was sent yesterday but went straight to spam. Thank you all for your help - especially the person who mentioned checking email. I'm completing the questions now before my phone interview on Tuesday. Will update again after the interview to let you know how it went!
Great news! Make sure you complete those questions ASAP as there's often a deadline. Even though you have a phone interview scheduled, completing the online questions first gives the adjudicator time to review your answers before the call. This usually makes the phone interview go much faster and smoother since they'll already have your basic information.
So glad you found the questions in your spam folder! Just wanted to add - when you're doing the phone interview on Tuesday, they might ask you to verify some of the answers you gave in the online questions, so keep a copy of what you submitted handy during the call. Also, if you have any documents that support your answers (like your last paystub, separation notice, etc.), have those ready too in case they ask you to upload or fax them after the interview. The whole process can feel overwhelming but you're doing great by staying on top of it!
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Final thought - if you ever need to speak directly with Washington ESD about your specific benefit calculation or have complex questions, remember that Claimyr service I mentioned can save you hours of phone frustration. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to get clear answers.
I might actually try that service. I've wasted so much time trying to get through to Washington ESD on my own.
Same here. The phone system is definitely the worst part of dealing with unemployment benefits.
This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm in a similar situation - just got approved and seeing $289 as my weekly benefit amount. One thing I wanted to add for anyone reading is that Washington ESD also has different payment methods available. You can get benefits through direct deposit, the ReliaCard debit card, or even paper checks (though that takes longer). I set up direct deposit and usually get my payment within 1-2 business days after filing my weekly claim. Just make sure to file your weekly claim every week even if you worked some hours - the system will calculate the partial benefits for you automatically based on what you report.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! Sounds like Washington has pretty decent unemployment benefits compared to other states. Now I just need to actually file my claim and hope it goes smoothly.
And remember, if you run into any issues getting through to Washington ESD, there are services like Claimyr that can help. Don't let communication problems delay your benefits.
Will do! Thanks again everyone for all the advice and information.
One additional thing to keep in mind - make sure you have all your employment documentation ready before filing. Washington ESD will need details about your last employer, dates of employment, reason for separation, and your wages for the past 18 months. Having everything organized upfront can help avoid delays in processing your claim. Also, if you worked for multiple employers during your base period, you'll need information for all of them.
Freya Pedersen
wait dont u have to do 3 job search activities each week now? did u forget to log those maybe? that got me flagged once
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Ravi Gupta
•I've been doing my 3 job search activities every week and logging them in the system. I'm really careful about that because I know they can disqualify you if you miss them. That's why this is so confusing - I haven't changed anything in my reporting!
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GalacticGuru
Just want to add one important piece of advice - document EVERYTHING. Keep a log of all your calls, messages, and attempts to contact ESD. Note dates, times, and any reference numbers. If you do manage to speak with someone, write down their name and what they told you. If this drags on and you need to escalate to the unemployment law judge or request a hearing, having detailed documentation will significantly help your case. I went through a similar situation last year and my meticulous notes were crucial when I finally got a hearing. Also, check if there are any documents in your eServices account that need your response. Sometimes ESD sends questionnaires that trigger adjudication until they're completed, but the notification can be easy to miss.
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Ravi Gupta
•I just double-checked my eServices account and you're right! There IS a questionnaire I missed about my job search activities for last week. It wasn't there this morning when I checked (or I somehow overlooked it). I'll fill it out right away and hopefully that resolves the issue. Thank you so much for suggesting I look again!
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Andre Lefebvre
•That's awesome that you found the questionnaire! I bet that's exactly what triggered your adjudication. Those job search questionnaires can appear randomly and if you don't complete them within a certain timeframe, it automatically flags your claim. Once you submit it, your adjudication should hopefully resolve pretty quickly - usually within a few business days for these types of issues. Keep us updated on how it goes!
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