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I tried using that Claimyr service someone mentioned and it actually worked great. Finally got to talk to someone at Washington ESD who could explain my specific situation instead of just reading generic information online.
I'm seriously considering it at this point. Seems like a lot of people have had success with it.
Yeah, way better than sitting on hold for hours just to get disconnected. The video demo on their site explains it pretty well.
Good luck with your appeal! The restaurant industry workers often face these eligibility issues but there are usually solutions available. Don't let the initial denial discourage you from exploring all your options.
Thank you! This thread has been really helpful in understanding what my next steps should be.
Glad we could help. Hope you get approved on the alternate base period calculation!
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If anyone needs help actually navigating the Washington ESD website to set up the withholding, I found their step-by-step guide pretty helpful. It's buried in their FAQ section but it walks you through the whole process.
I'll look for that guide. Thanks for the tip!
Their website is confusing but once you figure out where everything is it's not too bad.
Final thought: Whatever you choose, just make sure you're consistent with it. Don't flip-flop back and forth or you'll create more complications for yourself at tax time.
Good advice. I'll stick with my decision once I make it.
Consistency is definitely key when dealing with taxes and unemployment benefits.
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Just want to follow up on the Claimyr thing - I used it again last week when I had questions about my job search requirements and got through to an agent in about 20 minutes. Way better than the hours I wasted trying to call normally.
Is there a cost for using Claimyr or is it free?
There is a cost but honestly worth it when you consider how much time it saves and the peace of mind from actually talking to someone.
Bottom line - try not to stress too much at the 10-day mark. Most claims take 2-4 weeks, and yours sounds straightforward. Keep filing weekly, keep job searching, and check your account regularly but not obsessively. You'll get through this!
Thank you for the encouragement! This thread has been incredibly helpful and makes me feel much better about the timeline.
Agreed - so helpful to hear everyone's experiences. Makes the wait feel more manageable.
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Just to clarify something I saw mentioned earlier - if you're requesting backdating, you might need to speak with someone at Washington ESD to get it approved. The online system doesn't always handle backdating automatically.
Good to know. If I can't get through on the phone, I might try that Claimyr service that was mentioned.
That's probably your best bet if you need to talk to someone quickly. The regular phone lines are swamped most of the time.
UPDATE: Just wanted to thank everyone for the advice. I filed my claim last night and was able to request backdating to my last day of work. The system let me certify for all the weeks I missed. Now I just have to wait for approval, but feeling much better about the situation!
Excellent! Thanks for updating us. Hope everything goes smoothly from here.
Awesome! If you run into any issues during the process, that Claimyr service is there if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD.
Finnegan Gunn
Just to close the loop on timing - in my experience it's usually closer to the 7-8 day mark unless there's a holiday or mail issue. The 10 days is more of a worst-case scenario timeframe.
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Alina Rosenthal
•That's reassuring since I'm right at the 8 day mark now. Hopefully it shows up in the next day or two!
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Aisha Jackson
Update us when it comes! These threads are really helpful for people trying to figure out normal timing vs when to worry.
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Alina Rosenthal
•Absolutely will update! Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice and reassurance.
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