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honestly the whole unemployment system is confusing but at least washington esd pays pretty well compared to other states. just focus on filing your weekly claims correctly and the amount will sort itself out
True, I should probably stop overthinking it and just make sure I'm filing everything correctly.
Yeah, and if there is an error, Washington ESD will usually catch it eventually and make adjustments.
If you're still confused after checking your monetary determination, I'd recommend using a service like Claimyr to get through to Washington ESD. Having an agent explain your specific benefit calculation can clear up a lot of confusion.
Thanks for the suggestion! Several people have mentioned that service now. I think I'll give it a try.
It's definitely worth it for the peace of mind. Unemployment can be stressful enough without worrying about whether you're getting the right amount.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. Sounds like the main thing is having wages in at least 2 quarters of your base period and meeting the minimum dollar amounts. Good to know about the alternate base period option too.
Exactly right. And remember, if you're ever unsure about your specific situation, it's worth getting clarification from Washington ESD directly rather than guessing.
Definitely will do that if I ever need to file. Thanks again to everyone who shared their knowledge and experiences!
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Honestly the Washington ESD website is pretty user-friendly compared to other states I've dealt with. The hardest part is just getting someone on the phone when you have questions. That's where services like Claimyr really help - they handle the phone maze for you.
I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues. Hopefully everything goes smoothly.
Don't stress too much about the process. Thousands of people file claims every week and most go through without major problems. Just follow the instructions, file your weekly claims on time, and keep looking for work. You've got this!
Thanks for the encouragement! Really appreciate everyone's help here.
This community is great for unemployment support. Keep us posted on how your claim goes!
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One last tip - if your earnings vary week to week (like if you work different hours), make sure you report the correct amount for each specific week. Don't average it out or anything like that.
Got it - report exactly what I earned each individual week. Thanks for clarifying that!
William Schwarz
Good luck getting through to them! I've been trying for three weeks. Might have to bite the bullet and use one of those callback services people mentioned.
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Benjamin Carter
•Seriously, just try Claimyr. I know I mentioned it before but it really does work. You'll get your answers in one call instead of wasting weeks trying to get through.
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William Schwarz
•Yeah I'm starting to think that might be my only option. The regular phone system is completely useless.
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Lauren Johnson
Just to summarize for the OP - there's no waiting period to reapply, but you need sufficient wages in your base period. If you're not sure if you qualify, try to get your wage information first before filing. And if you can't get through to Washington ESD, there are services that can help you connect.
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Isaiah Thompson
•Thanks for the summary! This has been really helpful. I think I'll try to get my wage information first before filing anything.
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Jade Santiago
•Smart approach. Better to be informed before you file than to deal with complications later.
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