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Just want to confirm for OP - 26 weeks is indeed the standard maximum in Washington for regular unemployment benefits. No extensions currently available, so plan accordingly. Good luck with your job search!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. Sounds like I need to get my claim filed ASAP and start job searching aggressively.
You've got this! 26 weeks is enough time if you stay focused and organized.
Just to add one more perspective - I was in a similar situation last year after getting laid off from a logistics job. The 26 weeks in Washington is pretty standard, but what really helped me was treating those first few weeks like a full-time job search. I set up a daily routine with applications, networking, and skill-building. Made it through 22 weeks before landing something. The key is starting strong right away - don't let the safety net make you complacent. Also, WorkSource has some decent resources for resume help and interview prep if you haven't checked them out yet.
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are u sure u selected alternate year? sometimes the system just does that automatically. happened to me in january
You know, I'm not actually 100% sure. The application was confusing and I might have selected it without understanding what it meant. Either way, I need to get it fixed!
Just checking back - were you able to get this resolved? For anyone else with this issue, here's a quick explanation of the base years: If you applied in April 2025: - Regular base year: January-December 2024 - Alternate base year: April 2024-March 2025 So if most of your work hours were in early 2024, the regular base year would be better. If most were more recent, alternate might be better. The system should check both automatically, but sometimes it doesn't.
Success! I finally got through to ESD this morning and explained the situation. The agent was really helpful and checked my regular base year, which had plenty of hours. She switched my claim over and said I should be eligible for benefits! My weekly benefit amount is $825 and I should see my first payment in 3-5 business days. Thanks everyone for your help!!!
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Update us when you finally get through! It helps to know what methods actually work so others can try the same approach.
Will do. Thanks everyone for all the suggestions. Going to try the Claimyr service and see if that works.
I've been in a similar situation and found that persistence is key. One thing that worked for me was calling the 800-318-6022 number repeatedly using redial - I would call, get busy signal, hang up immediately, and redial. Sometimes after 20-30 attempts in a row I'd get through to the hold queue. It's tedious but better than waiting hours just to get disconnected. Also, if you're facing eviction, make sure to mention that urgency when you do get through - they may be able to expedite your case or connect you with additional resources.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This community is amazing. I was stressed about fees but now I know exactly where to go for free withdrawals.
Same here! This thread answered all my questions and then some. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to help.
Just wanted to add that some credit unions are part of the CO-OP network which allows free ATM access, but not all of them. You can check if your local credit union participates by looking for the CO-OP logo on their ATMs or asking them directly. I use BECU and their ATMs work with my Washington ESD card without fees.
Connor Rupert
One last thing - if you do end up with an overpayment issue later because of how severance was handled, don't panic. You can usually work out a payment plan with Washington ESD or appeal if you think there was an error in how they calculated things.
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Makayla Shoemaker
•Good to know there are options if something goes wrong. This whole process is intimidating enough without worrying about making mistakes.
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Connor Rupert
•Totally understand. Just remember that most issues can be resolved if you communicate with them and keep good records.
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Leo Simmons
I'm dealing with this same situation right now and it's so stressful! My company is giving me 3 months severance but I'm worried about how it'll affect my unemployment benefits. From reading all these responses, it sounds like I need to file my initial claim immediately and just be completely transparent about the severance payments when I do my weekly claims. Has anyone here actually had their severance payments result in zero unemployment benefits for certain weeks, or does Washington ESD usually still give you something even with severance income?
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