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I really feel for you dealing with this stress. Unemployment is already hard enough without having to worry about when payments will actually arrive.
Thank you for the support. It really does add extra stress to an already difficult situation.
We're all in this together. Hope it gets resolved soon!
One more thing - when you do get through to Washington ESD (whether through Claimyr or regular calling), ask them to put a note in your file about what caused the delay. It might prevent the same issue from happening again.
That's really smart advice. I'll make sure to ask about that if I end up speaking to someone.
Yes, having detailed notes in your file can be very helpful for future issues.
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Bottom line - at $1K/week you're looking at roughly $400-450 per week in unemployment benefits, maybe up to $500 depending on your exact wage history. You'll qualify easily with 2 years of steady work. Just be prepared for bureaucracy and potential delays, but most people do get their benefits eventually.
Good luck with whatever situation you're facing. Hope you don't need to file but at least now you know what to expect.
Thank you! Hopefully it stays hypothetical but better to be informed.
One last tip - if you do file and have any issues, there's also that Claimyr service people mentioned. I used them when my weekly claims weren't processing right and they got me through to someone who fixed it same day. Beats the alternative of waiting weeks for a callback that might never come.
Seems like several people have had good experiences with that. I'll keep it in mind if I run into problems.
Yeah, the regular Washington ESD phone system is basically unusable during busy periods. Having a backup plan is smart.
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good luck with everything! the first time filing can feel overwhelming but once you get into the routine of weekly claims its pretty straightforward. most people have no major issues with the process
Thank you! This thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about tackling the application now.
Feel free to come back and ask questions if you run into any issues during the process. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
One last thing - if you're eligible for benefits, your weekly benefit amount will be based on your earnings during your base period (usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters). Higher earnings generally mean higher weekly benefits, up to the state maximum.
That makes sense. I was making decent money at my last job so hopefully that helps with the benefit amount.
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This thread should be pinned or something. I bet tons of people have this same question and end up stressing about nothing.
Agreed. It's one of those myths that just keeps circulating for some reason.
Yeah and it adds unnecessary stress to an already stressful situation of being unemployed.
Mateo Rodriguez
The whole unemployment system is so confusing with all these calculations and requirements. I wish they made it simpler to understand what you qualify for before you even apply.
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Javier Torres
•I agree, it's pretty overwhelming at first. But at least there are helpful people on forums like this to explain things!
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GalaxyGuardian
•The Washington ESD website has gotten better over the years but it's still not the most user-friendly for first-time filers.
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GalaxyGuardian
One last tip - make sure you apply as soon as possible after becoming unemployed. There's a waiting week in Washington where you won't get paid for your first week, but you want to get that started right away. Your benefit year starts when you file, not when you became unemployed.
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Emma Davis
•That sounds about right! Good luck with your claim and job search. Don't forget to file your weekly claims on time once you're approved.
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Javier Torres
•Will do! This thread has been super helpful for understanding how the whole process works.
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