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Christopher Morgan

Does Washington ESD unemployment deposit on holidays - worried about rent

I'm supposed to get my unemployment payment tomorrow but it's a federal holiday. Does Washington ESD still process deposits on holidays or will I have to wait until the next business day? I'm really stressed because my rent is due and I'm counting on this payment. Has anyone else dealt with this timing issue?

hope your payment comes through tomorrow! let us know how it goes

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I feel better knowing this is normal for holidays.

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UPDATE: Payment showed up this morning! Thanks everyone for the advice and reassurance. Good to know this is normal for future holidays.

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awesome! thanks for updating us

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Such a relief when those delayed payments finally come through!

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William Schwarz

How long will I get unemployment benefits from Washington ESD?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits and I'm trying to figure out how long I can collect. My job ended last month after 2 years at a manufacturing company. I've been looking at the Washington ESD website but it's confusing - some places say 26 weeks, others mention different amounts. Does it depend on how much I earned or how long I worked? I want to plan my job search timeline accordingly.

One more thing to remember - if you do exhaust your regular benefits, you might be eligible for Extended Benefits (EB) if the unemployment rate triggers it, but that's pretty rare and we're not in that situation currently.

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Exactly right. Extended Benefits are triggered automatically when certain unemployment thresholds are met, but Washington hasn't triggered EB in several years.

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I'm at week 24 of 26 and finally got a job offer yesterday. Cutting it close but the benefits gave me the time I needed to find something decent instead of taking the first minimum wage job I could find.

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Congratulations! That must be such a relief. Gives me hope that the system actually works when you need it.

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Thanks! Yeah it was stressful but having that safety net made all the difference.

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Kyle Wallace

How do you claim unemployment in Washington - first time filing and totally lost

I've never had to file for unemployment before and honestly have no idea where to start. Got laid off from my retail job last Friday and everyone keeps telling me to file right away but I don't even know what that means. Do I just go to the Washington ESD website? What information do I need? Is there a phone number I should call? I'm worried I'm going to mess something up and not get approved. Any help would be appreciated - feeling pretty overwhelmed right now.

One more resource - if you need help with your resume or job search while you're collecting benefits, WorkSource has free services for that too. Might as well take advantage of all the help available.

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I'll definitely look into that. Could use some help updating my resume anyway.

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Good luck with everything! The unemployment system gets a lot of criticism but when you really need it, it's there for you. Just follow the rules and you'll be fine.

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Thanks! Really appreciate all the support and advice from everyone here.

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Jessica Nguyen

Do you file taxes on unemployment benefits from Washington ESD?

I've been collecting unemployment benefits from Washington ESD for about 6 months now and tax season is coming up. I'm really confused about whether I need to report this income on my tax return. Some people are telling me unemployment is taxable, others say it's not. I never had taxes withheld from my weekly payments - was I supposed to? I'm worried I'm going to owe a huge amount when I file. Can someone explain how this works with Washington ESD benefits?

Good point. I worked for about 4 months before getting laid off, so I'll need to factor in both my W-2 and the unemployment income.

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Exactly. The combination might surprise you, especially if you didn't have taxes withheld from the unemployment portion.

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Maya Lewis

Can I get unemployment if I'm laid off from my job in Washington state?

My company just announced they're downsizing and I'm getting laid off next month. I've never filed for unemployment before and honestly don't know if being laid off qualifies me for benefits. I've been working there for 2 years full-time. Does anyone know if Washington ESD covers layoffs? What do I need to do to apply?

Last piece of advice - if you have trouble reaching Washington ESD for any reason, seriously consider Claimyr. I know I've mentioned it before but it saved me so much frustration. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person and their regular phone system is impossible.

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I'll definitely remember that option. Sounds like it could be really helpful if I run into any roadblocks.

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I second the Claimyr recommendation. Used them when I had an issue with my weekly claim and they got me through to someone who fixed it right away.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about the process now. I'll file my claim as soon as my last day of work and keep all my documentation organized. Really appreciate this community.

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Good luck with everything! The job market is tough but unemployment benefits will help bridge the gap while you search.

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You've got this! The process is pretty straightforward and you have all the info you need now.

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