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An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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Final reminder for everyone: Keep filing those weekly claims even if you haven't received your first payment yet. Missing weekly claims can cause much bigger delays than the normal waiting period. Stay consistent with the process and the payments will come.
Will do! Thanks again everyone, this community is amazing.
agreed, super helpful group here
And remember if you do run into problems and need to speak with Washington ESD directly, services like Claimyr are there to help you actually get through to an agent instead of spending your whole day on hold. Sometimes talking to a real person is the only way to resolve complex issues with your claim.
Definitely keeping that option in mind. The horror stories about trying to call Washington ESD are everywhere.
Yeah, having a backup plan for getting help seems really smart given how hard it is to reach them normally.
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For what it's worth, I called Washington ESD this morning using that Claimyr service someone mentioned and they said they're experiencing higher than normal processing times due to system maintenance. The agent said most claims should process within 7 business days.
7 business days?? That's ridiculous. Some of us can't wait that long for money we're entitled to.
I know it sucks but at least we have an official timeline now instead of just wondering. The agent said it should be back to normal processing times next week.
Mine just processed too! Filed on Sunday, processed today (Thursday). So about 4 business days which isn't terrible but definitely longer than usual. Glad this thread exists because I was starting to panic.
Congrats! Mine is still pending but I'm not as worried now knowing others are getting theirs processed.
Same here - this thread has been really reassuring. It's nice to know we're not alone in dealing with these delays.
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Has anyone had experience with the WorkSource job search requirements? I'm confused about what activities actually count and how detailed the documentation needs to be.
Do I need to print out proof of every application I submit online?
Screenshots or confirmation emails are usually sufficient. The key is being able to prove you actually did the activity if they audit your search log.
This whole thread should be pinned somewhere. So much better than trying to find this info scattered across the Washington ESD website. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!
Agreed! I was dreading this whole process but now I feel much more prepared. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to help.
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Just remember that even after approval, there can be a delay before your first payment hits your account. Don't panic if the money doesn't show up immediately after you get the approval notice.
Good to know. About how long between approval and first payment usually?
For me it was about 4-5 business days after I got the determination letter. But I've heard it can vary.
One last thing - make absolutely sure your bank account info is correct in your Washington ESD profile. I've heard of people having delays because they had an old account number on file.
Just double-checked and it looks right. Thanks for thinking of that though!
No problem! Better safe than sorry when it comes to getting your payments.
Raul Neal
For anyone reading this later - make sure you file your weekly claim ON TIME during the waiting period week. Missing that deadline can mess up your whole claim timing.
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Sergio Neal
•When exactly is the deadline for filing weekly claims?
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Raul Neal
•You need to file by midnight on the Saturday that ends your claim week. So if your week runs Sunday-Saturday, file by Saturday midnight
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Jenna Sloan
Thanks everyone for explaining this! I feel way less confused about the waiting period now. Going to file my weekly claim this weekend and just accept that first week won't have payment.
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Juan Moreno
•You've got this! Once you get through that first week everything becomes much more routine
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Savanna Franklin
•Exactly, the hardest part is just understanding how it all works at the beginning
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