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The partial unemployment thing saved me when my hours got cut at the hotel. Definitely file sooner rather than later since there's usually a waiting period.
Thanks! I'm convinced now. Going to file this weekend for sure.
Smart move. The sooner you file, the sooner you can start getting help with the reduced income.
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thanks for sharing your experience OP, this stuff is always stressful when you're relying on the money
Exactly! When rent is due and you're waiting on unemployment it's nerve wracking. At least now I know what to expect.
One more thing - if you ever switch banks make sure to update your direct deposit info in eServices ASAP. I forgot to do that once and it delayed my payment by over a week while they sorted it out.
How long does it take for the direct deposit change to take effect?
I think they said allow one full payment cycle, so potentially 2 weeks to be safe.
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File your claim today! There's literally no benefit to waiting and every day you delay is another day before you can potentially receive benefits. The system is designed for you to file as soon as you become unemployed.
Thanks everyone for the advice! I'm convinced - going to file my claim right now.
Good luck with your claim! Hope it processes smoothly for you.
Just wanted to add that if you worked in multiple states, you might have options for where to file. But since you worked in Washington recently, filing here makes the most sense. The Washington ESD system is pretty user-friendly once you get started.
I've only worked in Washington so that shouldn't be an issue for me. Thanks for the tip though!
Yeah, multi-state claims can get complicated. Stick with Washington ESD since that's where your recent work history is.
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good luck op! filing unemployment sucks but at least theres help available when you need it
Thanks everyone! Really appreciate all the advice and support.
Feel free to update the thread if you run into any issues. This community is pretty good about helping each other navigate the Washington ESD system, and there are tools like Claimyr if you need to actually reach someone at the agency.
Will definitely update! Starting my application now - wish me luck!
Malia Ponder
Last thing - if your claim gets denied for any reason, you have 30 days to appeal. Don't just accept a denial, especially if you think it's wrong. The appeal process exists for a reason.
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Simon White
•Hopefully I won't need to appeal but good to know there's an option. Thanks everyone for all the detailed help!
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Malia Ponder
•You're welcome! This community has helped me through tough times too. Pay it forward when you can.
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Kyle Wallace
One final reminder about Claimyr that was mentioned earlier - if you do end up needing to reach Washington ESD and can't get through, don't suffer in silence for weeks like some of us did. That service has helped several people in this thread already.
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Simon White
•I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into issues. Hopefully the process goes smoothly but it's good to know there are options if I get stuck.
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