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Brianna Muhammad

What banks does Washington ESD unemployment accept for direct deposit?

I'm setting up my unemployment benefits and need to know which banks Washington ESD accepts for direct deposit. I have accounts with a few different banks and want to make sure I pick one that won't cause issues. Does anyone know if there are restrictions on certain banks or credit unions? I've heard some people had problems with smaller banks not accepting the deposits properly.

One last thing - if you're worried about security, you can always set up a separate checking account just for unemployment deposits. Some people prefer to keep it separate from their main banking.

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That's actually a really smart idea. Might help with budgeting too.

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I do this and it's great for keeping track of exactly how much unemployment income I'm getting.

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Bottom line: any legitimate bank or credit union should work fine. Just avoid anything sketchy and make sure your account info is correct when you set it up. Washington ESD's direct deposit system is pretty reliable once it's working properly.

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Thanks everyone for all the help! Feeling much more confident about setting this up now.

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Good luck! You'll be glad you set up direct deposit instead of dealing with the debit card.

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Connor O'Brien

When does Washington ESD unemployment pay - still waiting on benefits

I filed my initial claim 3 weeks ago and have been filing weekly claims religiously every Sunday. My claim status shows 'approved' but I still haven't received any payments. The Washington ESD website says payments are processed within 2-3 business days but nothing has hit my bank account. I'm getting really worried because my rent is due next week. Does anyone know when unemployment actually pays out? Is there some delay I don't know about?

For anyone still waiting - check your spam folder! My payment notifications were going to spam for some reason and I didn't realize I was getting paid for like a week lol

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lol that must have been a nice surprise when you finally checked

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best kind of surprise! thought I was broke but had like $1200 sitting there

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Thanks for this thread everyone. Starting my claim next week and now I know what to expect with the timing. Seems like patience is key but good to know about Claimyr if I run into issues.

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Good luck with your claim! File everything promptly and keep good records - makes the whole process smoother.

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will do, thanks for all the detailed explanations throughout this thread

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Ruby Garcia

Washington ESD unemployment benefit amount - how much do you get paid weekly?

I'm trying to figure out how much I'll actually receive if I file for unemployment in Washington. I've been making about $52,000 annually at my job and I'm worried about covering my mortgage and bills if I get laid off. Does anyone know the formula Washington ESD uses to calculate weekly benefit amounts? I've heard it's based on your highest earning quarter but I'm not sure how that works exactly.

Just want to add that if you're self-employed or an independent contractor, you might not be eligible for regular UI benefits. You'd need to check if you qualify for other programs or if you've been paying into the system voluntarily.

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Good point. A lot of gig workers found this out the hard way when they tried to file for unemployment.

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Thankfully I'm a regular W-2 employee, so I should be covered. This thread has been really helpful in understanding how the benefit calculation works.

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One more tip - when you do get your benefit determination letter from Washington ESD, read it carefully and make sure all the wage information is correct. If there are errors, you need to appeal quickly to get them fixed.

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I believe it's 30 days from when the determination is mailed, but don't quote me on that. Best to appeal as soon as you notice an error.

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And this is where services like Claimyr become really valuable - getting through to ESD to discuss appeal issues or benefit calculations is nearly impossible otherwise. I've used them twice now when I needed to actually talk to someone about my claim.

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Maxwell St. Laurent

Washington ESD - who is subject to federal unemployment tax requirements?

I'm trying to figure out if my small business needs to pay federal unemployment tax (FUTA) and how it relates to Washington ESD requirements. I have 3 part-time employees who work about 15 hours each per week. Do I need to register with Washington ESD and pay into the unemployment system? I'm getting conflicting information about the thresholds and requirements. Anyone know the specifics for Washington state?

Thanks everyone for the helpful info. Sounds like I definitely need to register with Washington ESD. I'll try calling them first and if I can't get through maybe I'll check out that Claimyr thing.

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Good luck with the registration process! Feel free to ask if you run into any issues.

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The Claimyr service really does work well if you need it. Saved me a lot of frustration.

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Just remember that unemployment tax is separate from workers comp and other business insurances. Make sure you're covering all your bases.

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Already have workers comp sorted out. This unemployment stuff was the missing piece.

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Vince Eh

What disqualifies you for unemployment benefits in Washington?

I'm trying to understand all the ways someone can get disqualified from unemployment benefits in Washington. My employer is probably going to let me go next month and I want to make sure I don't accidentally do something that would make me ineligible. I've heard there are different reasons they can deny your claim but I'm not sure what all of them are. Can someone break down the main disqualification reasons for Washington ESD unemployment?

Family and medical leave can also create confusion. If you're on approved FMLA, you might not be considered available for work. But if your employer fires you after you return from leave, that could be wrongful termination.

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So taking medical leave could hurt your UI eligibility later?

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Not necessarily, but the timing and circumstances matter. If you're still unable to work when you file for UI, that's when it becomes an issue.

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The bottom line is that Washington ESD takes these eligibility requirements very seriously. Even small mistakes can lead to overpayment demands or fraud charges. When in doubt, always err on the side of reporting too much information rather than too little.

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This is all really helpful. I feel like I understand the main pitfalls now. Thank you everyone!

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And remember, if you do get disqualified or have questions about your claim, don't give up. The appeals process exists for a reason, and services like Claimyr can help you actually get through to Washington ESD to resolve issues. Good luck with your situation!

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