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One more thing - if your new employer offers benefits, make sure you understand when they start. You don't want a gap in health insurance coverage.
Good point! My benefits start day one fortunately, but that's definitely something to check.
Yeah I had a 30-day waiting period for benefits at my new job. Had to get COBRA to bridge the gap.
For anyone else reading this thread - remember that if you're doing any freelance or gig work while on UI, you need to report that income too on your weekly claims.
What about like DoorDash or Uber? Do you have to report that?
Yes, any income needs to be reported, including gig work. Washington ESD considers it self-employment.
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If anyone needs to reach Washington ESD urgently, I had success with Claimyr too. They got me through to an agent who was able to explain exactly what was holding up my claim. Worth trying if you're stuck.
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One last thing - if you do file a claim and then find work quickly, make sure you report your return to work immediately. Don't keep certifying for benefits once you're employed again, even if it's just part-time work that pays less than your benefits.
What happens if you accidentally certify after starting work?
Washington ESD will eventually catch it through wage reporting and you'll have to pay back any overpayment. It's considered fraud if you do it intentionally, so always better to report changes right away.
Hopefully you won't need any of this information and your job will be secure! But it's smart to understand your options just in case. Good luck with everything!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared now if something does happen with my job.
This thread was really informative. I learned stuff I didn't know even though I've filed for unemployment before.
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Great to hear you got it working! For anyone else having similar issues, all these tips are solid. The Washington ESD system definitely has its quirks but it's usually just a matter of trying at the right time with the right setup.
Yeah this thread was really helpful. Bookmarking it in case I run into problems with my claim later.
This whole thread is a perfect example of why Washington ESD needs to invest in better technology. Shouldn't be this hard to file for benefits you're entitled to.
Completely agree. The system works but it's definitely not user-friendly. Hopefully they'll upgrade it soon.
Don't hold your breath. Government technology upgrades move at a snail's pace.
Amina Bah
This whole thread has been really helpful. I had no idea about most of this tax stuff when I filed for unemployment. Really wish Washington ESD was more upfront about the tax implications.
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Oliver Becker
•Agreed! It should be part of the initial application process or at least highlighted somewhere obvious.
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Natasha Petrova
Final thought - if you're doing your own taxes, make sure whatever software you use can handle unemployment income properly. Some of the free basic versions don't include all the forms you might need.
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Andre Lefebvre
•Thanks for all the advice everyone! I feel much more prepared to handle the tax side of unemployment benefits now.
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