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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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For those struggling with getting through to Washington ESD about tax questions or any other issues, I found Claimyr at claimyr.com really helpful. They handle the phone system navigation so you can actually talk to someone. Made dealing with my withholding questions much easier.
Does it work for all types of Washington ESD calls or just certain issues?
From what I understand, it helps with getting through to agents for any unemployment-related calls. Really useful when you need to speak with someone but can't get through on your own.
One thing to watch out for - if you change your tax withholding mid-year, it only affects future payments, not past ones. So if you realize you need more withheld, change it ASAP but also set aside money for what you might owe on the benefits already received.
That's a really good point. I'm going to calculate what I might owe on the benefits I've already received and start saving for that too.
Smart thinking. It's better to be prepared than get surprised at tax time.
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For what it's worth, when I had this situation I found the Washington ESD website pretty helpful. They have a section about how different types of payments affect benefits. Might be worth checking out before you file.
I'll definitely check that out. Always good to get information straight from the source.
Bottom line - yes you can collect unemployment with severance in most cases. Report it accurately, file right away, and don't stress too much about it. The system is designed to handle these common situations.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much more confident about moving forward with my claim now.
Glad we could help! Come back and let us know how it goes.
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Just make sure you have all your documentation ready when you apply - Social Security number, driver's license, employment history for the past 18 months, and bank account info for direct deposit. It makes the process much smoother.
Thanks! I'll gather all that stuff before I start the application.
Also keep copies of everything you submit. You never know when you might need to reference it later.
The whole system seems overwhelming at first but once you get into the routine it's not too bad. The hardest part is usually just getting started and dealing with any initial issues that come up.
That's reassuring to hear. I was pretty intimidated by the whole process.
We've all been there! Don't hesitate to ask questions if you get stuck. There are people here who have been through it all.
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One thing to watch out for - if Washington ESD changes any of your claim details or if there's a wage audit, it can delay payments even if you file on time. Always check your account if a payment doesn't come when expected.
Wage audits usually happen when there's a discrepancy between what you reported and what employers reported to Washington ESD.
Exactly. And those can take weeks to resolve depending on how complicated the wage history is.
Been claiming for 6 months and it's Wednesday every single week like clockwork. Washington ESD may be slow with customer service but their payment processing is pretty reliable once your claim is approved.
That's reassuring! Consistency is important when you're budgeting on unemployment benefits.
Definitely. Just make sure you understand all the requirements so your claim doesn't get flagged for any issues.
Jabari-Jo
I know it seems overwhelming but you'll get the hang of it pretty quickly. The first few weeks are the hardest while you're learning all the terminology and procedures.
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Ryder Everingham
•Thanks everyone, this has been incredibly helpful! I feel much less panicked about the whole thing now.
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Kristin Frank
•We've all been there! Don't hesitate to ask more questions as you go through the process.
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Micah Trail
Last piece of advice - if your claim gets denied for any reason, don't panic. You can appeal the decision and often win if you have good documentation. Just make sure to file the appeal within the deadline they give you.
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Ryder Everingham
•Hopefully I won't need to worry about appeals, but good to know!
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Micah Trail
•Most claims are approved without issues, especially for layoffs. You should be fine.
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