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Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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If you do end up needing to call Washington ESD, I second the recommendation for Claimyr. I was skeptical at first but it really does work. Being able to talk to an actual person who can look at your specific claim is invaluable when you're anxious about the process.
What kind of information can they actually give you over the phone? I thought most claim details were private.
They can tell you the status of your claim, if there are any issues holding it up, and what steps you might need to take. As long as you can verify your identity.
Bottom line - 10 days is still within the normal range. I know it feels like forever when you're waiting for money, but try to be patient for at least another week or two. Most claims do get approved eventually, it just takes time for the system to work through everything.
Thanks for the reassurance. It's helpful to hear that most claims do get approved eventually.
Agreed. The waiting is the hardest part but it usually works out in the end.
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hope it all works out for you. the job search grind is tough but something will come through eventually. just keep at it and use all the resources available
Thanks for the encouragement. It's been a rough few months but I'm trying to stay positive and explore all options.
same here, we got this! at least now we know there are more options than we thought
Final reminder - make sure to keep detailed records of all your job search activities, income, and any program applications. Good documentation can save you a lot of headaches if questions come up later.
Definitely learned that lesson! I've been keeping spreadsheets of everything since I started my claim.
Smart approach. Good record keeping is essential whether you're on UI, transitioning between programs, or starting new employment.
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Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread. I'm in a similar situation and this has been incredibly helpful for understanding the process.
Same here! I feel so much more confident about writing my appeal letter now.
Glad we could help. Good luck with your appeals everyone - remember to stay factual, be thorough, and don't give up on benefits you're entitled to receive.
Final thought - if anyone needs help getting through to ESD during their appeal process, I can't recommend Claimyr enough. Check out claimyr.com - they really take the frustration out of trying to reach the right people at Washington ESD when you have questions about your case.
I'm definitely going to look into this. I've wasted so many hours on hold and getting transferred to the wrong departments.
Same, going to check out that demo video tonight. Thanks for sharing this resource!
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Bottom line: expect 3-4 weeks for a typical claim, keep filing weekly, and try not to panic if it takes the full month. The system is slow but it does work eventually.
Perfect summary. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - really helps to know what to expect!
One last thing - if you do end up needing to contact Washington ESD for any reason during the process, early morning (like 8 AM) seems to be the best time to try calling. Still hard to get through but slightly better odds.
I'll try that if I need to call. Hopefully won't be necessary and everything processes smoothly.
Omar Hassan
You mentioned retail work - make sure you report any commission or tips you received in addition to your base wages. They need the full picture of your earnings to calculate your benefit amount correctly.
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Keisha Robinson
•I didn't get commissions but there were small quarterly bonuses. Should I include those too?
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Omar Hassan
•Yes, include any bonuses or extra compensation. It all counts toward your wage history and could potentially increase your weekly benefit amount.
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Chloe Anderson
good luck with everything! the unemployment system isn't perfect but it's there to help when you need it. just be patient with the process and keep detailed records of everything
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Keisha Robinson
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about applying now.
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Chloe Anderson
•you're welcome! hope everything goes smoothly for you
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