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One thing to keep in mind is that even if you get approved, there might be a waiting period before benefits start. I think it's usually one week in Washington, but someone correct me if I'm wrong.
Yes, there's typically a one-week waiting period for unemployment benefits in Washington state. So even if approved immediately, you won't get paid for the first week.
Good luck with your application! I know it seems overwhelming but it's really not that complicated once you get started. The hardest part is usually dealing with Washington ESD if you need to talk to someone, but there are ways around that now like the Claimyr service people have mentioned.
Thanks for all the encouragement! I feel much more confident about applying now. I'll definitely file this weekend and hopefully everything goes smoothly.
You've got this! And remember, the worst they can do is deny you - but based on what you've described, you have a good chance of approval.
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One thing that helped me was calling my former employer's HR department to confirm they had reported my layoff correctly to ESD. Sometimes there are delays if the employer information doesn't match your application.
Good idea! I'll give them a call tomorrow to double-check. Better to catch any issues early.
Definitely. It's much easier to fix employer reporting issues before your claim gets processed than after it's been denied for incorrect information.
Remember that even after you're approved, it takes a few days for the money to actually show up in your account. Don't panic if you get approved on a Wednesday but don't see the deposit until the weekend.
How will I know when I'm actually approved? Will I get an email or do I need to keep checking the website?
You should get correspondence in your eServices account inbox, and they might send you a paper letter too. Check your account regularly for updates.
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This thread is really helpful! I was wondering about the same thing for my mortgage refinance paperwork. Sounds like unearned income is definitely the way to go.
Glad this helped you too! It seems like we're all dealing with similar confusion about this.
Just to add one more confirmation - my accountant told me unemployment is unearned income for tax purposes and that's how it should be reported on other forms too. Seems like everyone's on the same page about this.
Perfect, that gives me the confidence I needed to fill out these forms. Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses!
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I used to work for Washington ESD and can confirm that lump sum severance payments typically don't affect unemployment benefits. The confusion comes from people mixing up severance with other types of separation pay. Just be accurate when you report it and you should be fine.
Thanks for the insider perspective! That gives me a lot of confidence.
Wish we had more people with actual Washington ESD experience answering questions here. So much misinformation gets spread.
Bottom line: File your claim, report your severance accurately, and let Washington ESD make the determination. Most people with lump sum severance can collect benefits immediately. The system is designed to help unemployed workers, not punish them for getting severance.
Perfect summary. I'm filing today and not looking back. Thanks everyone for the help!
Good luck! Hope it works out smoothly for you.
Ethan Wilson
I've been dealing with reduced hours for months now and the partial unemployment benefits have been a lifesaver. Don't hesitate to apply - you've earned these benefits through your previous work and tax contributions.
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Natasha Volkova
•Thank you for the encouragement. I was feeling guilty about applying while still technically employed.
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Ethan Wilson
•No guilt needed! This is exactly what the system is designed for - helping workers when their income gets reduced through no fault of their own.
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Yuki Tanaka
File your claim ASAP. In Washington, benefits are calculated from the week you file, not from when your hours were reduced. The sooner you apply, the sooner you can start receiving payments.
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Natasha Volkova
•Good point. I'll start the application tonight. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
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Carmen Diaz
•Good luck! The process can be confusing at first but it gets easier once you understand how it works.
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