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The bottom line is Washington ESD has a lot of rules and they're not always clearly explained. If you get a disqualification notice or your claim gets flagged, don't just accept it. You have appeal rights and sometimes it's worth fighting. I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier to get through to an agent when I needed clarification on my situation.
Thanks everyone for all this info. I had no idea there were so many ways to get disqualified. I'm definitely going to be extra careful about reporting everything and keeping detailed records if I ever need to file for unemployment.
Best of luck with your payment! The first one is always nerve-wracking but it gets easier after that.
Just to summarize for anyone else reading this thread: Washington ESD payments typically take 2-3 business days after your claim shows as paid, first payments may take 3-5 days, and if it's been longer than 5 business days you should contact Washington ESD to investigate potential issues with your direct deposit setup.
For anyone wondering, you can find more info about REA on the WorkSourceWA website. They have a whole section explaining the program and what to expect.
Good luck with your claim! The unemployment system can be stressful but if you stay on top of the requirements you should be fine. Don't hesitate to ask questions here if you run into issues.
Max Reyes
One more tip - if you do get approved, consider setting up automatic payments. Some lenders offer a small interest rate discount for autopay, and it helps ensure you never miss a payment.
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Fiona Sand
•Great suggestion! Every little bit of savings helps, and avoiding late fees is definitely worth it.
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Mohammad Khaled
Just wanted to follow up - I've had my financed car for 8 months now and it's been great. The peace of mind of having reliable transportation was worth the monthly payment. Just make sure you budget properly and you should be fine.
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Fiona Sand
•That's really encouraging to hear! I'm feeling more confident about moving forward with financing now.
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