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The most important thing is don't ignore either issue - file your taxes on time and deal with the Washington ESD overpayment promptly. Both problems get worse if you procrastinate.
Absolutely. I'm going to get my taxes filed this week and then focus on the overpayment issue.
Smart approach. Getting organized and tackling things one at a time makes it much more manageable.
For what it's worth, I've been through this exact situation and it worked out fine. Filed my taxes, got my refund, paid back the overpayment in installments. It seemed overwhelming at first but really wasn't that bad.
Thanks for sharing your experience. It's really helpful to hear from someone who's been through the whole process.
No problem. The anticipation and worry is usually worse than the actual reality of dealing with it.
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One more tip - make sure you file your weekly claim early in the week if possible. I always do mine on Sunday evening and never have any issues with the payment timing.
I do the same thing. Sunday night filing and Wednesday morning payment like clockwork.
Exactly! Getting into a routine with unemployment stuff makes everything so much easier to manage.
Just want to say thanks to everyone for all the helpful info in this thread. This community is really helpful for navigating all the Washington ESD stuff that can be confusing at first.
Agreed! I feel much more confident about the whole process now. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to share their experiences.
This is exactly why I love this forum. Real people sharing real experiences with unemployment benefits.
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Several people have mentioned that service now. Must be pretty helpful if multiple people are recommending it.
Yeah, it actually works. Saved me probably 10+ hours of calling and getting busy signals.
Bottom line: file as soon as possible, be prepared to wait, keep filing weekly claims, and do your job search. The system isn't perfect but it does work eventually.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more prepared now. Filing my claim tonight.
Good luck! Remember this thread exists if you run into issues later.
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Don't stress too much about the exact timing. As long as you're actively job searching and following all the requirements, you'll get your full 26 weeks unless something unusual happens with your claim.
Thanks, that's reassuring. I guess I just needed to hear that from someone who's been through it.
Totally understand the anxiety. The whole process is stressful enough without worrying about timing details.
One last thing - make sure you save copies of all your weekly claim confirmations and any letters from Washington ESD. If there's ever a discrepancy about how many weeks you've used, you'll want that documentation.
Good point. I haven't been saving everything but I'll start doing that now.
Yeah it's one of those things you don't think about until you need it. Better to have the paperwork and not need it.
Rachel Clark
One more thing - if you have questions about your specific claim duration or how many weeks you have left, your best bet is to call Washington ESD directly. The online account doesn't always show the clearest info.
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Hannah Flores
•That's exactly why I recommend Claimyr - it cuts through all that busy signal nonsense and gets you connected to an actual agent who can give you specific answers about your claim.
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Zachary Hughes
•Might have to try that. This is ridiculous.
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Mia Alvarez
Bottom line for OP: 26 weeks maximum, starts when you first get paid (not when you file), and you need to file every week to preserve your benefits. Use the time wisely for job searching!
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Olivia Van-Cleve
•Perfect summary, thank you! This thread has been really helpful in understanding the timeline.
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Carter Holmes
•Agreed, lots of good info here. Good luck with your job search OP!
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