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- Skip the long phone menu
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- Redial until on hold
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- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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For what it's worth, I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier when I had issues with my adjudication process. Actually worked pretty well for getting through to an ESD agent who could explain my claim status.
How much does something like that cost? Seems like we shouldn't have to pay to reach our own unemployment office
I agree we shouldn't have to, but when you need answers and can't get through any other way, sometimes you gotta do what works
The whole tax situation with unemployment is confusing enough without false rumors floating around. Stick to official sources like IRS.gov and ESD's website for accurate info.
You're absolutely right, I should have checked official sources first instead of asking here
No worries, that's what these forums are for - helping each other figure things out!
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I had a friend who got approved while on unemployment but had to put down 25% instead of the usual 10-20%. Higher down payment sometimes makes lenders more comfortable with riskier income situations.
I could potentially do 25% down if that's what it takes. Good to know that's an option.
Yeah, it shows you have skin in the game and reduces their risk. Might be worth mentioning when you apply.
Has anyone mentioned looking into seller financing? If the seller owns the house outright, they might be willing to act as the bank and finance it themselves.
That's an interesting idea. How would I find out if a seller would be open to that?
Your real estate agent can help with that. It's not common but some sellers, especially older ones, are open to it for the steady income stream.
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Update us when you get your payment! I'm curious to see how long it actually takes. These timelines help other people know what to expect.
Will do! I'll post back here once I see the money in my account.
Yes please update! I'm filing my claim next week and want to know what timeline to expect.
The waiting is brutal but try to stay positive. Washington ESD has gotten much better at processing payments compared to a few years ago. Your money is coming!
Thanks for the encouragement! I'm trying to stay patient but it's tough when you're counting every dollar.
I feel you. Been there myself and know how stressful it is. But based on what you're describing, everything sounds normal.
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Don't give up hope. The job market is tough but things can change quickly. Make sure you're using all the resources available - career counseling, job fairs, networking events through WorkSource.
Thanks for the encouragement. Some days it feels impossible but I have to keep trying.
Hang in there. I was unemployed for 8 months but finally found something. It's not my dream job but it pays the bills.
Keep detailed records of all your job search activities. If you do qualify for a new claim, having good documentation will help if there are any questions about your eligibility or job search efforts.
Good point. I've been tracking everything in WorkSourceWA but should probably keep my own backup records too.
Definitely. Screenshots, copies of applications, anything that shows you're actively looking for work.
Alexis Renard
Quick tip - if you run into any issues with your claim or need to talk to someone, I had good luck with a service called Claimyr that helps you get through to Washington ESD agents. Saved me a lot of frustration when my claim had some complications.
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Amelia Cartwright
•Several people have mentioned that service. I'll keep it in mind if I need help.
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Sophia Long
•Yeah it's definitely worth knowing about. The regular phone lines can be impossible to get through sometimes.
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Camila Jordan
Apply now and don't second-guess yourself. I've helped several friends through this process and the ones who filed immediately always had smoother experiences than those who waited for various reasons.
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Amelia Cartwright
•Good to hear from someone with experience helping others. Thanks for the advice.
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Chris King
•That matches what I've seen too. Early filing just makes everything easier.
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