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Good luck! Hope everything works out. Keep us posted on how it goes.
Thanks everyone! I really appreciate all the help and advice.
One last tip - when you file, make sure your contact information is current and check your account regularly. Sometimes they need additional info and if you miss those requests it can delay everything.
Will do! I'll make sure to stay on top of checking my account.
And if you do need to reach them about anything, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work. Saved me from calling dozens of times.
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This thread has been super helpful! I'm in a similar boat with a potential layoff coming. Going to bookmark this for reference when the time comes.
Glad it helped! Everyone here gave really solid advice.
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Don't forget that you have to keep filing weekly claims to keep getting benefits, even while waiting for your initial determination. Miss a week and you could lose benefits for that week.
Yeah I've been filing every week like clockwork. Don't want to mess anything up.
Smart. It's one of the most important things to remember about the whole process.
For what it's worth, I think Washington's unemployment benefits are pretty decent compared to other states. The maximum amount is higher than a lot of places.
That's reassuring. I was worried it wouldn't be enough to cover my expenses.
It won't replace your full salary but it should help bridge the gap while you're job hunting.
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Good luck with your application! The process has gotten better over the years, and most people who qualify get approved without major issues. Just be patient with the system and follow all the requirements.
Thank you all so much! I feel much more prepared now. Going to start my application right after I gather all my employment information.
Andrew Pinnock
Just got off the phone with Washington ESD about my 1099-G (finally got through!) and they confirmed that all unemployment benefits are reportable income. They also said if you notice any errors on your 1099-G, contact them immediately to get it corrected.
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Brianna Schmidt
•What kind of errors should people look for on their 1099-G?
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Andrew Pinnock
•Wrong amounts, wrong dates, or benefits showing up that you didn't actually receive. The agent said they see quite a few errors each tax season.
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Alexis Renard
This thread has been super helpful! I had no idea about the tax implications when I was collecting unemployment last year. Going to get my 1099-G and start working on my taxes this weekend.
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Camila Jordan
•Same here! Definitely learned something new today. Thanks everyone for the advice.
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Tyler Lefleur
•Glad I found this discussion before I filed my taxes and forgot to include the unemployment income.
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