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Ultimately, unemployment becomes a social issue because it affects the fabric of communities. When significant numbers of people can't find work, it changes the social dynamics, economic health, and overall wellbeing of society.
Thanks everyone for this discussion. It helps to understand that what we're going through is part of a bigger picture. Makes me feel less alone in this.
Exactly. Understanding the broader context doesn't solve the immediate problems, but it does help put things in perspective.
For anyone still struggling to get help from Washington ESD, I really recommend checking out Claimyr. It's made such a difference for me and several others I know. Having actual access to speak with someone at ESD changes everything when you're dealing with complex issues.
I'm definitely going to try that. I've been trying to reach them for weeks about my adjudication status.
Same here. The phone system is impossible to navigate on your own.
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Just to add - if you end up owing more than $1,000 when you file and didn't pay enough during the year, you might get hit with an underpayment penalty. It's usually not huge but something to be aware of.
How much is the penalty usually? I'm starting to think I should definitely set up withholding or make a payment soon.
It varies but usually a few hundred dollars depending on how much you owe and when you pay it. Better to just start withholding now and avoid the penalty altogether.
I had a similar situation and ended up talking to a tax preparer about it. They said the safest approach is to withhold 10% federal and then make a small estimated payment each quarter if you think you'll still owe more. Covers your bases without overwithholding.
That sounds like a good strategy. Better to be safe than sorry when it comes to taxes.
Yeah I think I'm going to start having them withhold 10% immediately and then maybe make a quarterly payment to be extra safe. Thanks everyone for all the advice!
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The most important thing is to be completely honest in your application. Don't try to hide the fact that you were terminated - Washington ESD will find out anyway when they contact your employer.
Definitely planning to be completely honest. I have nothing to hide about what happened.
This is excellent advice. Honesty is always the best policy with unemployment claims.
Good luck with your claim! Based on what you've described, it sounds like you have a good chance of getting approved. Just be patient with the process and keep all your documentation organized.
Thank you so much everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my claim now.
You're welcome! Feel free to come back and update us on how it goes.
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For future reference, you can also check your payment history in your ESD account. It shows when payments were issued and when they should hit your bank account. Super helpful for tracking the timeline.
Where exactly is that in the account? I've been looking but can't find it.
Go to 'Unemployment Services' then 'Payment Information' - it should show your payment history there.
Bottom line - if you just got approved and this is your first weekly claim, expect to wait until your second week of filing to see your first payment. After that, it's typically 2-3 business days from when you file your weekly claim.
Perfect summary! This thread has been incredibly helpful.
Agreed, wish I had found this info when I first started filing.
Mateo Rodriguez
this whole thread has been really educational. i'm in a similar situation with washington esd unemployment and taxes so thanks everyone for sharing your experiences
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Ravi Sharma
•Glad it helped you too! I feel much more confident about filing my taxes now.
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NebulaNomad
•That's what these forums are for - helping each other navigate these confusing systems.
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GalaxyGuardian
Just wanted to add that if you received unemployment from multiple states (like if you moved), the tax situation gets more complicated. But since you only dealt with Washington ESD, you're in good shape.
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Ravi Sharma
•Yeah, I only received benefits from Washington ESD, so that keeps things simpler.
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GalaxyGuardian
•Exactly. Multi-state unemployment creates a lot more paperwork and complexity.
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