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For anyone who can't get through to Washington ESD by phone to ask about taxes, Claimyr has been a lifesaver for me. Got connected to an agent in under 10 minutes last week when I had questions about my claim.
I keep seeing people mention this service. Might be worth trying since I can never get through on my own.
Bottom line - unemployment is taxable federally but not in Washington state since we don't have state income tax. Set up the 10% withholding to avoid a surprise at tax time. Simple as that.
Thanks everyone for the advice. I'm going to log in and set up withholding right now.
Smart move. Better to get smaller payments now than owe a bunch later.
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The bottom line is that unemployment insurance in Washington is there to help you through a tough time, not to replace your job permanently. Use it as intended - as temporary support while you find your next opportunity. The weekly benefit amount varies but it's calculated fairly based on your work history.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared to start this process now. Going to file my claim this weekend.
Good luck! The first claim can feel overwhelming but once you get through the initial setup it gets much easier.
btw if anyone else is reading this thread later - make sure you file your claim as soon as possible after becoming unemployed. there's no benefit to waiting and you might miss out on money you're entitled to
This is so important! I waited two weeks to file because I thought I might get my job back and lost out on those weeks of benefits.
Definitely filing this weekend then. Better safe than sorry!
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One last thing to consider - if you have any appeals or ongoing issues with your LTD carrier, make sure that's resolved before applying for unemployment. You don't want conflicting claims about your ability to work.
Fortunately my LTD is ending cleanly without any disputes. But that's definitely good advice for others who might have complications.
Yes, consistency is key. Washington ESD will look at all the documentation and any contradictions could delay your claim.
For anyone reading this later, I also recommend checking with your state's vocational rehabilitation services. They often have programs that can help bridge the gap between disability and employment, and they understand the unemployment system well.
Great suggestion! I hadn't thought about vocational rehabilitation services. I'll look into what's available in Washington.
DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) in Washington has some great programs. They can sometimes help with job placement too.
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One last thing - dont forget to report any severance pay or vacation payout from your old job. That can affect when your benefits start so be upfront about it.
I did get a small severance check. Does that disqualify me completely?
No it doesn't disqualify you but it might delay when your benefits begin. Washington ESD will calculate how it affects your timeline.
This thread has been super helpful! I was putting off applying because it seemed so complicated but now I feel like I actually understand what I need to do. Thanks everyone!
Same here! This community is amazing. I feel so much more prepared now.
That's what we're here for! Come back and let us know how it goes.
Zainab Omar
Thanks for asking this question OP, I was wondering the same thing but didn't want to look stupid asking about payment timing.
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Zoe Stavros
•No such thing as a stupid question when it comes to unemployment! Better to know for sure.
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StarSeeker
•Agreed, these details aren't always clear on the Washington ESD website
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Connor Murphy
One last thing - keep screenshots of your weekly claim confirmations. If there's ever a payment dispute, having that proof can save you a lot of hassle with Washington ESD.
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Zoe Stavros
•Smart thinking! I'll start doing that from now on. Digital paper trail is always good.
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•Excellent advice. Documentation is key when dealing with any government agency.
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