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Anastasia Sokolov

Washington ESD employer tax questions - which form for annual federal unemployment tax return?

Hey everyone, I'm helping my small business owner friend figure out their unemployment tax paperwork and we're completely lost. They need to file their annual federal unemployment tax return but we can't figure out which form to use. The Washington ESD website has so much info but nothing seems to clearly explain the federal vs state requirements. Has anyone dealt with this before? We don't want to file the wrong form and get into trouble with either Washington ESD or the IRS.

One more thing - if you're a new employer, your first few Form 940s might be a bit different because Washington ESD assigns new employer rates differently than established businesses with experience ratings.

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This is a pretty new business, so that's good to know. I'll make sure they understand how the new employer rates work.

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New employers in Washington usually get assigned a standard rate until they build up enough experience for an individual rating. Check with Washington ESD for the current new employer rate.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! Sounds like Form 940 is definitely what we need for the federal side. Now we just need to make sure we're staying compliant with Washington ESD requirements too.

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And don't hesitate to reach out for help if you get stuck. Whether it's calling Washington ESD directly or using a service like Claimyr to get through, it's better to ask questions than make costly mistakes.

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Absolutely. This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about helping my friend navigate all these requirements now.

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Madison King

What does unemployment pay in Washington ESD weekly benefits?

I'm trying to figure out what does unemployment pay here in Washington state before I file my claim. I lost my job last week and need to know what kind of weekly benefit amount I can expect from Washington ESD. My last job paid about $52,000 annually but I'm not sure how they calculate the unemployment payment amounts. Does anyone know the current rates or how Washington ESD determines what you get paid each week?

The most important thing is to file as soon as possible after you lose your job. Benefits don't start until you file, so every week you wait is money lost.

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Yeah I'm planning to file this week. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information about what to expect!

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good luck with your claim! the process seems scary at first but it's really not too bad once you get started

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One last thing - make sure you keep track of all your job search activities from day one. Even if you're still in the waiting period, start documenting everything so you're ready when the job search requirements kick in.

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Smart thinking ahead. I'll start keeping a log right away.

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WorkSourceWA has a built in job search log feature that makes it easy to track everything in one place

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Evelyn Rivera

How much can u get from Washington ESD unemployment benefits in 2025?

Does anyone know what the maximum weekly benefit amount is for Washington ESD unemployment right now? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth filing or if I should just find another job ASAP. My last job paid around $55k annually but I'm not sure how they calculate the weekly payments. Also wondering about the duration - is it still 26 weeks max or did that change? Thanks in advance for any info.

Just remember you have to be actively looking for work and available to accept suitable employment. The job search requirement isn't just busywork - they really do check on it sometimes.

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What counts as 'suitable employment'? Can they make you take any job?

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Generally has to be in your field or pay at least 80% of your previous wage, but the standards get looser the longer you're unemployed.

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Bottom line OP - with your salary you'll probably get $700-900/week for up to 26 weeks. Definitely worth filing if you qualify. Just be prepared for the bureaucracy and phone system frustrations.

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Thanks everyone for all the info! Sounds like I should definitely file. Now I just need to figure out how to actually get through to them...

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Good luck! And seriously consider that Claimyr thing if you get stuck trying to reach them. Wish I had known about it sooner.

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Aurora St.Pierre

Do you apply for unemployment where you live or work in Washington state?

I'm really confused about where to file my unemployment claim. I live in Oregon but worked in Washington state for the past 2 years. My job ended last week and I need to apply for benefits but I'm not sure if I should file with Washington ESD or Oregon's system. Does anyone know the rules for this? I don't want to mess up my application by filing in the wrong place.

If you run into any problems with your Washington ESD claim or need to talk to someone, I really recommend trying Claimyr. They got me through to an agent in about 10 minutes when I couldn't get through on my own for days.

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Is Claimyr legit? I'm always suspicious of services that charge to help with government stuff.

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Yeah it's totally legit. They're not doing anything you couldn't do yourself - they just handle the calling and waiting for you. Sometimes it's worth paying for convenience.

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Just make sure you have your Social Security number, driver's license, and last employer's information ready when you file. The application will ask for all of that.

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Thanks for the heads up! I'll gather all that information before I start the application.

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Olivia Clark

How long will I receive unemployment benefits in Washington ESD system?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits after being laid off from my retail job last month. My Washington ESD account shows I'm eligible but I'm trying to figure out exactly how long I can collect benefits. I know there's a maximum number of weeks but I'm seeing different information online. Some sites say 26 weeks, others mention extensions. Can someone explain how long unemployment benefits actually last in Washington state? I want to plan my job search timeline accordingly.

I had a weird situation where I thought I was done at 26 weeks but then Washington ESD said I had additional weeks available due to some calculation error. Anyone else experience something like that?

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That can happen if there was an error in your initial monetary determination. Washington ESD sometimes has to recalculate benefits if they discover additional wages in your base period.

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That might be what happened. I had worked for two different companies and maybe they didn't catch all my wages initially.

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Bottom line: 26 weeks is the standard maximum, use them wisely, keep detailed job search records, and don't panic if you haven't found something by week 20. But definitely have a backup plan ready.

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Agreed. Way more useful than trying to decipher the Washington ESD website on your own.

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If you do need to talk to Washington ESD directly about your specific situation, that Claimyr service mentioned earlier might save you some headaches. I used it when I had questions about my benefit calculation and it was much easier than the regular phone system.

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