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just want to say thanks to everyone for the helpful info. this thread has been more useful than anything i could find on the washington esd website. at least now i know what to expect even if i dont like it
Glad we could help. The unemployment system can be confusing enough without the added complexity of child support issues.
Final update: I was able to speak with someone at Washington ESD (used the Claimyr service and it worked perfectly) and confirmed that they'll be withholding $175 from my $350 weekly benefit for child support. Not ideal but at least now I can budget accordingly. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!
Great to hear Claimyr worked for you too. It really makes a difference being able to talk to an actual person.
50% withholding is pretty standard. You'll make it work, and hopefully you'll find a new job soon.
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Glad to see you're filing right away. That's the smartest move. Even if there are complications later, at least your claim is in the system and the clock is running.
Exactly my thinking. Better to get the process started than sit around worrying about it.
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Honestly if I were you I'd use that Claimyr service just to get peace of mind. Spent way too much time stressing about my claim status when I could have just talked to an agent.
After reading everyone's responses, I think I'm probably approved but I might try calling anyway just to be 100% sure.
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Just to echo what others said about getting help if needed - I tried calling Washington ESD for weeks with questions and finally used that Claimyr service. Honestly wish I'd done it sooner instead of wasting so much time on hold.
Same experience here. The regular phone lines are basically useless during busy times.
Good to know there are options if I can't get through the normal way.
Last tip - if you have any special circumstances like union membership, severance pay, or vacation payout, mention those in your application. They can affect your benefits timing but it's better to report everything upfront.
I did get a small vacation payout. Should I worry about that affecting my claim?
Just report it honestly. Small vacation payouts usually don't cause major issues but Washington ESD needs to know about all income.
Esteban Tate
One last tip - once you're approved and start receiving benefits, don't spend them all immediately. Sometimes Washington ESD finds issues weeks or months later and demands repayment. Keep some money set aside just in case. It's rare but it happens.
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Lia Quinn
•That's scary but good advice. I'll definitely keep some in savings.
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Ivanna St. Pierre
•happened to my neighbor - they found some error in her wage calculation 4 months later and wanted $1200 back. always good to be cautious
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Elin Robinson
honestly the whole thing seems way more complicated than it needs to be but at least washington is better than some states. good luck with your application!
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Lia Quinn
•Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I'm going to file my claim tomorrow.
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Atticus Domingo
•Hope it goes smoothly for you! Feel free to come back here if you have more questions.
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