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Does anyone know if the severance affects your weekly benefit amount calculation or just eligibility? Like if I get benefits after the severance period ends?
Severance typically doesn't affect your weekly benefit amount calculation since that's based on your base period wages. It just affects eligibility during the period it covers.
Right, your weekly benefit amount is locked in when you file your initial claim based on your work history.
Make sure you understand if your severance includes continuation of benefits too. That can affect when you need to look for new health insurance if you're eligible for COBRA.
Good point, I need to check on the benefits continuation part of the package.
COBRA is so expensive. Hopefully your severance includes health coverage for a while.
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One last thing - if you're collecting unemployment in January, you might want to consider having taxes withheld just for the new tax year even if you didn't the previous year. Fresh start and all that.
That's exactly my situation! Starting fresh in 2025 with a new claim. Definitely going to have taxes withheld from the beginning.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! This thread has been super helpful. I'm going to select the tax withholding option when I file my claim tomorrow. Better to be safe than sorry, and I'd rather have a smaller weekly payment than a big tax surprise next year.
Smart choice! You'll thank yourself next tax season.
And remember, if you need to reach Washington ESD for any reason, Claimyr is there to help you get through to an actual person. Good luck with your claim!
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This whole thread has been super helpful. I was in the same boat as OP - knew unemployment existed but had no idea how it actually worked. Now I feel like I have a basic understanding of what to expect.
Same! Really glad I asked instead of just staying confused about it all.
These kinds of threads are why I love this forum. Real people sharing real experiences and knowledge.
One last tip from someone who's been through it - keep detailed records of everything. Every application you submit, every contact you make, every communication with Washington ESD. You never know when you'll need to reference something.
That's really good advice. I'm generally pretty organized but I'll make sure to be extra careful with documentation if I end up going through this process.
Trust me, it's worth the extra effort. Having good records can save you if there are any disputes or questions about your claim later.
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Just want to echo what others said about Claimyr - I used it last month when I needed to talk to Washington ESD about my claim status and it was super helpful. Way better than trying to call on your own.
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Amina Sy
•Good to know there are options when you can't get through the regular way.
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QuantumQuest
•Yeah, check out their demo video if you're curious how it works.
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Oliver Fischer
Don't let the low unemployment rate discourage you. Your situation is your situation, and you're entitled to benefits while you search for work. Just keep following all the requirements.
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Andre Rousseau
•Thanks, that's really helpful to hear. I was starting to worry I was doing something wrong.
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Oliver Fischer
•Nope, sounds like you're doing everything right. The job market can just be tough sometimes.
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