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Don't forget that even if you can't get regular unemployment, you might be able to get other types of assistance while you're between contracts. There are programs for people in transition that don't require the same employment history.
I'll look into that too. Any specific programs you'd recommend checking out?
Start with your local DSHS office and see what they have available. Food assistance and medical coverage can help bridge the gap while you're looking for work.
UPDATE: I decided to go ahead and file a claim based on my W-2 wages from earlier this year. Worst case they deny it, but at least I'll know for sure. Will update this thread if I hear anything back from Washington ESD.
Smart move. And if you get stuck trying to reach Washington ESD about your claim status, remember that Claimyr can help you get through to an actual person instead of waiting on hold forever.
Thanks! I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues getting information about my claim.
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Good luck with your new application! Sounds like you have a much better chance this time with more work history.
Thanks! I'm feeling more confident about it now after all this advice.
Final update: I went ahead and filed my new claim online. The system accepted it and I'm now waiting for the determination. Thanks everyone for the help and encouragement!
Keep us posted on how it goes. And remember, if you need to contact them about anything, Claimyr is there to help.
Will do! Fingers crossed this works out better than last time.
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For anyone doing the math - if you receive the maximum weekly benefit in Washington ($929) and have 10% withheld, that's about $4,830 in federal taxes over a full year of benefits. Just to give you an idea of the scale.
Wow, that's a significant amount. Definitely makes sense to think carefully about the withholding decision.
Exactly. And if you're in a higher tax bracket, you'd still owe more on top of that $4,830.
Don't forget that if you receive unemployment benefits, you might also qualify for tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit, depending on your total income for the year. Sometimes people focus too much on the taxes owed and forget about potential credits.
Good point! I qualified for EIC last year even though I received unemployment for part of the year.
I hadn't thought about tax credits. Definitely something to look into when I file my return.
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One more thing - if you disagree with any decision Washington ESD makes about your claim, you have the right to appeal. You get 30 days from the date of the decision to file an appeal, so don't wait if you think there's been a mistake.
Good to know about the appeal process. Hopefully I won't need it, but it's reassuring to know there's recourse if something goes wrong.
Most people never need to appeal, but it's important to know your rights. The appeal process is pretty straightforward if you ever need it.
This thread has been super helpful! I feel like I actually understand the process now. Going to file my initial claim tonight and set up reminders for weekly claims. Thanks everyone for breaking this down.
Glad we could help! Remember to file that weekly claim every week and keep good job search records. You've got this!
Thank you all so much! This was exactly what I needed to understand how everything works.
PixelPioneer
The online messaging system through SecureAccess Washington sometimes works too, but responses can take a week or more.
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Carmen Flores
•I tried that but never got a response. Sent a message 2 weeks ago.
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PixelPioneer
•Yeah, it's hit or miss. Phone is still the fastest way if you can get through.
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Keisha Williams
Bottom line: there are no walk-in unemployment offices anymore. Your options are phone (good luck), online portal (limited help), online messaging (slow), or mail (very slow). That's the reality of the current system.
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Carmen Flores
•This is so frustrating. Thanks everyone for the info though.
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Paolo Rizzo
•It really is a broken system. Hope you get through soon!
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