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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
lol that must have been a nice surprise when you finally checked
best kind of surprise! thought I was broke but had like $1200 sitting there
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.
Good luck with your claim! File everything promptly and keep good records - makes the whole process smoother.
will do, thanks for all the detailed explanations throughout this thread
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Don't forget to keep filing your weekly claims even if your initial claim is still being processed. You can't go back and claim those weeks later if you miss them.
Wait, so I should file weekly claims even before I know if I'm approved?
Yes, exactly. You need to file for every week you want to claim benefits for, even during the processing period.
Final tip: print or save copies of everything you submit. If there are any questions later, you'll want to have records of exactly what you reported and when you reported it.
Perfect, thank you everyone for all the help! I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck! The process really isn't as scary as it seems at first.
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I wish Washington would just tell you your benefit amount upfront instead of making you guess. Other states show you the calculation clearly but here it's all mysterious until you're approved.
I tried that calculator but it didn't match what I actually got. Off by about $50 per week.
That's exactly why I ended up using Claimyr to talk to an actual person. The online tools are helpful but sometimes you need to speak with someone who can look at your specific case.
Bottom line - if you made decent money in your best quarter, you'll probably get a reasonable weekly benefit. Just don't expect to live like a king on unemployment payments. It's meant to be temporary assistance while you find new work.
True, but it's still important to know what to expect for budgeting purposes. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information!
Agreed. Even though it's temporary, knowing your benefit amount helps you plan how long your savings need to last while job hunting.
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does turbotax or other tax software handle unemployment benefits automatically if you import your 1099-g? or do you have to enter it manually?
Most tax software can import 1099-G information directly, but it's always good to double-check that the amounts match what's on your actual form.
perfect, that should make it easier. thanks
Bottom line for anyone still reading this thread: unemployment benefits from 2021 are fully taxable, there's no exemption like there was for 2020, and you'll need to report everything on your 1099-G as income. If you didn't have taxes withheld, set aside money or set up a payment plan with the IRS. And next time, elect to have taxes withheld from your weekly claims to avoid this situation.
No problem. Tax season is stressful enough without being confused about the basics.
agreed, this thread has been super helpful for understanding the whole situation
Kaitlyn Jenkins
Update us on how it goes! There aren't enough success stories about pregnancy-related quit claims. Would love to hear if you get approved.
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Diego Castillo
•I definitely will. Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much more prepared now.
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Caleb Bell
•Yes please update! I might be in a similar situation soon.
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Danielle Campbell
One more thing - if your claim gets denied initially, don't give up. You have the right to appeal and many pregnancy-related cases get approved on appeal even if denied first. The appeals process gives you a chance to present your case more thoroughly.
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Danielle Campbell
•Usually 6-8 weeks for a hearing to be scheduled. It's frustrating but worth it if you have a strong case.
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A Man D Mortal
•And if you need to talk to someone about your appeal, that Claimyr service I mentioned can help you reach the right department. They were really helpful when I had questions about my case.
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