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I went through this same thing 6 months ago. One tip - when you do your weekly claims, make sure you answer all the questions accurately and consistently. Any discrepancies can trigger reviews that slow things down.
Yeah, and keep copies of everything you submit. I had to resubmit documents because they claimed they never received them the first time.
The weekly claims are pretty straightforward though. Just answer honestly about any work you did and any income you received that week.
oh and if you have any issues with your claim or need to talk to someone, that claimyr thing actually works. I was skeptical at first but it got me through to an agent when I couldn't reach anyone for weeks
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into any problems. Sounds like phone access is a real issue.
The phone lines are definitely overloaded. Having a service that can get you through automatically is really valuable when you have time-sensitive issues.
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Been on unemployment twice in the past 5 years and the payment timing has been consistent both times. File Sunday, get paid Wednesday. Only exception was when I had to verify my identity which delayed everything by about 2 weeks.
Had to upload documents through their secure portal and then wait for manual review. Took forever but eventually went through.
Identity verification issues are another good reason to be able to reach Washington ESD by phone. Sometimes talking to an agent can speed up the process if you have questions about what documents they need.
Quick question - does the payment come from Washington ESD directly or through some third party processor? Trying to figure out what to look for in my bank account.
Direct deposits show up as 'WA ST ESD' or similar on your bank statement. If you get a debit card instead, that's through a different processor.
Perfect, thanks! I have direct deposit set up so I'll watch for that.
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One more tip - if you have any side gig income or part-time work while unemployed, make sure you report it accurately on your weekly claims. Even small amounts need to be reported or you could face overpayment issues later.
I don't have any other income right now but good to know for the future.
Yeah, even like DoorDash or selling stuff online counts as income that needs to be reported.
The bottom line is don't wait - file your claim today if possible. The system has its quirks but most people who are legitimately unemployed through no fault of their own get approved eventually. Just be patient with the process and keep filing those weekly claims.
Good luck! Feel free to ask if you run into any issues during the application process.
Welcome to the unemployment club nobody wants to join! Seriously though, you'll get through this. The benefits help a lot while you're looking for your next opportunity.
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Just applied yesterday and already got my monetary determination! My weekly benefit amount is $847 based on $55,000 in base period wages. The process was actually smoother than I expected.
About 45 minutes. Most of it was gathering employment history and contact info for previous employers. The wage verification was automatic since they have records from employers.
You're lucky it went so fast. Mine has been pending for 2 weeks waiting for employer response.
Remember that unemployment benefits are temporary. The maximum is 26 weeks in Washington, and you should be actively looking for work the whole time. It's meant to be a bridge, not a long-term solution.
Absolutely. I'm already updating my resume and reaching out to contacts. Hopefully I'll find something before the 26 weeks are up.
Good attitude! The job market is pretty strong right now so you should have good opportunities if you stay active in your search.
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If anyone's still struggling to get through to Washington ESD about their earnings, I had success using that Claimyr service too. They have some kind of system that gets you connected to an agent without waiting on hold forever. Made the whole process way less stressful.
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Andre Moreau
•That seems to be a popular solution based on what people are saying here. Might be worth looking into if I run into issues.
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Javier Mendoza
•I'm usually skeptical of these third-party services but this one actually seems helpful based on multiple people mentioning it.
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Emma Wilson
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This thread answered way more questions than the Washington ESD website did. Going to file my claim this week now that I understand the requirements better.
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Andre Moreau
•Glad this was helpful for you too! I'm feeling much more confident about applying now.
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Malik Davis
•Good luck to both of you! Hope your claims get approved quickly.
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