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I'm actually an accountant and I see this question a lot. Washington ESD is pretty good about getting the 1099-G forms out on time. If you don't receive yours by February 15th, definitely contact them because something went wrong.
As a tax professional, do you recommend waiting for the 1099-G or is it safe to use the online version?
The online version is just as valid as the paper copy. I tell my clients to use whichever they get first if they want to file early.
This thread is super helpful! I was stressing about when to expect my tax forms. Sounds like I should have it by the end of January and can check online if I want to file early.
Exactly! I'm feeling much better about the timeline now too.
Same here. I was worried I'd have to wait until March or something.
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One last tip - if your payment is ever more than 2 days late, definitely call ESD or use that Claimyr service to get through. Sometimes there are issues with your claim that need to be resolved before payment can be released.
Good to know. I'll keep that in mind if I ever have a delayed payment.
Yeah, don't just assume a late payment will eventually show up. Sometimes there are eligibility issues that need to be addressed.
This whole thread confirms what I've experienced - Washington ESD payments come Wednesday if you file early in the week. Reliable as clockwork unless there's a holiday. Pretty much the only predictable thing about dealing with unemployment benefits.
Ha! True that. At least the payment timing is consistent even if everything else about ESD is confusing.
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final thought - even if you think your case is hopeless, file anyway. ive seen people get approved in situations where they thought they had no chance. washington esd looks at each case individually
thanks, that makes me feel a bit better about the whole situation
hang in there, the system works better than people think it does most of the time
one last thing about getting through to washington esd - if you cant reach them by phone and need to talk to someone about your case, that claimyr service mentioned earlier really does work. saved me weeks of frustration
how much does something like that cost though?
honestly dont remember the exact amount but it was worth it to actually get answers instead of being stuck in phone limbo
Jayden Hill
Best of luck with your application! Sounds like you have a solid case for qualifying. The system isn't perfect but it's there to help people in exactly your situation.
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Sophia Long
•Thanks for all the encouragement everyone. Really appreciate all the advice and information. Going to apply this week for sure.
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Charlotte Jones
Just wanted to follow up on the Claimyr thing - if you do run into any issues getting through to Washington ESD after you apply, that service really is worth it. Saved me tons of frustration when I needed to talk to someone about my claim.
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Sophia Long
•I'll definitely keep that in mind. Hopefully I won't need it but good to have as a backup option.
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