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this thread is super helpful... wish i had found something like this when i first filed. would have saved me a lot of confusion and stress
Yeah, having all this info in one place is really valuable. Hopefully it helps other people too.
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One thing to keep in mind is that if you do quit, you'll want to have all your documentation ready when you file. Washington ESD will investigate any voluntary quit and you'll need to prove you had good cause.
This is making me think I should probably try to work things out with my current employer first before quitting.
That's probably wise. Unemployment is meant to be a safety net when you lose your job unexpectedly, not a way to transition between jobs by choice.
btw if you do end up needing to contact washington esd about your work history or anything else, that claimyr thing actually works. used it last month when my claim got stuck in adjudication and couldnt get through any other way
Same here! Got connected right away when I'd been trying for days on my own.
Good to know there's a backup option if I can't get through the regular way. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
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Update us when you get your first payment! Always curious to hear how long it actually takes for people.
Will do! Hopefully it'll be soon and I can give others a realistic timeline.
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For future reference, you can also check your payment history in your ESD account. It shows when payments were issued and when they should hit your bank account. Super helpful for tracking the timeline.
Where exactly is that in the account? I've been looking but can't find it.
Go to 'Unemployment Services' then 'Payment Information' - it should show your payment history there.
Bottom line - if you just got approved and this is your first weekly claim, expect to wait until your second week of filing to see your first payment. After that, it's typically 2-3 business days from when you file your weekly claim.
Perfect summary! This thread has been incredibly helpful.
Agreed, wish I had found this info when I first started filing.
Liam Fitzgerald
Don't forget about taxes! Unemployment benefits are taxable income. You can choose to have taxes withheld from your benefits or pay them when you file your tax return. If you don't have taxes withheld, make sure to set money aside for tax season.
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Chloe Anderson
•How much should I expect to pay in taxes on unemployment benefits?
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Liam Fitzgerald
•Depends on your total income for the year and tax bracket. Generally, you'll want to withhold 10-20% for taxes to be safe. You can adjust the withholding percentage in your Washington ESD account settings.
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Sean Doyle
Just wanted to follow up on the Claimyr recommendation. I used them again last month when I had questions about my work search requirements and got connected to an agent within minutes instead of spending hours on the phone. Really worth checking out if you hit any roadblocks with Washington ESD.
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Amara Nnamani
•Thanks for the update. I've been struggling to get through to someone about my pending claim status. Might give this a try.
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Sean Doyle
•Definitely worth it. The peace of mind alone is valuable when you're dealing with unemployment stress.
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