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Still think the whole system could be more user-friendly for young workers but at least there are resources like claimyr to help navigate it
Yeah, the Washington ESD website could definitely be clearer about requirements and processes. Having to call for basic information shouldn't be necessary.
Final advice: if you're approved, make sure you understand your work search requirements and report any earnings from part-time work accurately. Many young claimants get into trouble by not reporting income properly.
You can work part-time and still collect partial benefits, but you must report all earnings when filing your weekly claim. Washington ESD will reduce your benefit amount based on how much you earned.
The key is being honest about your earnings. Trying to hide income can result in overpayment demands and penalties.
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Also remember that your benefits are taxable income. You can choose to have taxes withheld or you'll owe at tax time. Just something to keep in mind when budgeting.
Ugh I forgot about taxes. So even unemployment gets taxed?
Yep, it's considered income by the IRS. You can have 10% withheld automatically when you set up your claim.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This thread has been super helpful. I feel like I understand the process much better now.
Glad we could help! The Washington ESD system is confusing but once you understand the basics it makes more sense.
Yeah this was really informative. I learned some things I didn't know about the calculation.
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just wanted to add that the $999 maximum is for regular unemployment. If you're on standby or certain other programs, the amounts might be different. But for most people filing regular UI claims, that's the current max weekly benefit.
Thanks for clarifying that. I'm pretty sure I'd be filing for regular unemployment since I was laid off.
File as soon as possible! I procrastinated for a month thinking the benefits wouldn't be much, but I ended up getting $650 per week which really helped while I was job hunting. Every week you wait is money you're potentially losing.
You're absolutely right. I'm going to file this weekend. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information!
Good luck with your application! The hardest part is just getting started. Once you're in the system it gets easier.
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Here's what worked for me: 1) Gather all employment info first 2) Use Firefox browser 3) File early morning 4) Screenshot everything 5) Set up direct deposit 6) Register for WorkSource within a few days. The whole process isn't as scary as it seems once you get started.
This is exactly the kind of step-by-step I needed! Thank you so much everyone, I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck! The hardest part is just getting started. Once you submit that initial application you'll feel much better.
One last thing - if you run into problems during the application or need to check on your claim status later, that Claimyr service really does work. I was skeptical at first but it got me through to Washington ESD when I couldn't reach them any other way. Way less stressful than trying to call yourself.
I'll keep that in mind if I need to call them. Hopefully the online application goes smoothly!
Charlie Yang
For anyone still reading this thread - I used Claimyr again yesterday to get through to Washington ESD about a question on my weekly claim. Still works great and saved me from the usual phone tag nightmare. Definitely recommend it if you need to actually talk to someone.
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Charlie Yang
•I don't want to quote pricing since it might change, but it was totally worth it to actually get my question answered instead of wasting hours on hold.
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Grace Patel
•Fair enough, I'll check out their website. Thanks for the tip!
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ApolloJackson
Bottom line for the original question - 26 weeks maximum in Washington state for regular unemployment benefits. Keep filing weekly, do your job searches, and hope you find something before you run out!
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Finley Garrett
•Yep, that's what I gathered from all these responses. Thanks everyone for the help!
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Isabella Russo
•Good luck with your job search! The 6 months goes by faster than you think.
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