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One more thing - if you do any part-time work while collecting unemployment, you need to report those earnings on your weekly claim. They'll reduce your benefits based on how much you earn, but you won't necessarily lose all your benefits as long as you're under a certain threshold.
That's good to know in case I can pick up some temporary work while I'm looking for a full-time job.
The key thing is just to get started. Don't wait around trying to figure out every detail - file your initial claim as soon as possible and then you can ask questions as they come up. The longer you wait, the more money you're potentially losing.
You're right, I'm going to file today. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information!
Good luck! The process can be frustrating but most people do eventually get their benefits.
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This thread has been super helpful! I didn't know research could count toward job search requirements. Going to start incorporating that into my weekly activities.
Just make sure it's genuinely related to your target job field and document it thoroughly.
Exactly. And now I know which two countries had the highest unemployment in 1933 - US and Germany - so my research is complete!
Hope your claim gets approved soon OP. 6 weeks is way too long but at least you're handling the job search requirements properly while you wait.
Thanks everyone! This community has been amazing. Really appreciate all the help with both the unemployment data and the Washington ESD advice.
That's what we're here for. Don't forget about Claimyr if you need to actually reach someone at Washington ESD about your pending claim.
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Remember you can work part-time while on unemployment but they'll reduce your benefits based on what you earn. There's a formula for that too but basically you can earn up to your weekly benefit amount before they start deducting.
That's helpful to know. I might pick up some freelance work while job hunting.
Just make sure to report any earnings when you file your weekly claims. Being honest about income is super important.
The whole unemployment system seems complicated but once you get into the routine it's pretty manageable. File your weekly claims, do your job searches, and keep good records of everything.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared to file my claim now.
Good luck with your claim! Hope you find a new job soon but at least the unemployment benefits will help in the meantime.
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One final piece of advice - if you have any questions during the process, don't hesitate to call or use one of those callback services. It's better to get clarification than make a mistake on your application.
Exactly! I wish I had known about Claimyr earlier in my process. Would have saved me a lot of stress trying to get through on my own.
I'll definitely keep that in mind. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information!
Oliver Fischer
Final update from me - I was able to reach Washington ESD through that Claimyr service and confirmed my claim was filed correctly. The agent also explained that I should expect my first payment this Thursday since I filed my weekly claim on Monday. Thanks everyone for the help!
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Connor Byrne
•Awesome! Glad it worked out for you. I'm still waiting on my first payment but feeling more confident about the process now.
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Paolo Rizzo
•Another success story for Claimyr! Really glad I found that service when I was struggling to get through.
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Connor Byrne
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about the process now. I'll keep filing my weekly claims and hopefully see that first payment soon. This forum has been incredibly helpful for understanding how Washington ESD actually works.
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Yara Abboud
•Glad we could help! Feel free to come back if you have any other questions as you go through the process.
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NebulaNomad
•Good luck! The first payment is always nerve-wracking but once you get into the routine it becomes much easier.
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