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Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who contributed to this discussion. The Washington ESD website really doesn't explain the waiting week clearly and this thread probably saved me hours of confusion and worry.
That's what these forums are for! We've all been through the confusion of navigating unemployment for the first time.
Agreed, this has been really helpful. Nice to know other people were just as confused as I was.
For what it's worth, some states have eliminated their waiting weeks entirely. Maybe Washington will eventually follow suit, but for now we're stuck with it.
Exactly. The financial stress is already bad enough without having to wait an extra week for help.
I heard that during the pandemic some states permanently got rid of their waiting weeks after seeing how much it helped people during the crisis. Hopefully Washington considers doing the same - it really does make a difference when you're already struggling to make ends meet between jobs.
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Ugh this whole system is so unnecessarily complicated. Just deposit the money when you say you will, how hard is that??
welcome to government bureaucracy lol
At least we're getting the benefits, could be worse
I've been filing on Sundays too and noticed the same inconsistency! What I've learned is that it also depends on if there are any flags on your account that need manual review. Even something small like a slight discrepancy in your work search log can push your payment back a day or two while they verify everything. I always check my ESD account the day after filing to make sure there aren't any pending issues that could delay the deposit.
That's a really good point about checking for flags! I didn't realize small things like work search discrepancies could cause delays. I'll definitely start checking my account more regularly after filing. Do you usually see any notification when there's a flag, or do you just have to look for it?
Usually there's no notification - you have to actively check your account status page. Sometimes there will be a yellow warning icon or it'll say "pending review" next to your claim. The most common flags I've seen are work search verification, earnings reporting questions, or if you traveled out of state during your claim week. It's annoying that they don't send alerts about these issues!
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Bottom line for new employers: budget around 2.7% of your first $68,500 per employee for unemployment taxes, plus a small amount for social costs. Your actual rate will be determined after you have some experience in the system.
Thanks, that gives me a good starting point for budgeting. This thread has been really helpful.
You're welcome! Just remember to file your quarterly reports on time and keep good records. It'll save you headaches down the road.
One thing that might help is to get your UBI number registered as early as possible - there can be delays in processing and you'll need it before your first employee starts. I made the mistake of waiting until the last minute and had to scramble to get everything sorted out. Also, consider signing up for Washington ESD's online employer portal right away so you can file quarterly reports electronically and track your account status.
That's really good advice about getting the UBI number early! I was just about to ask about timing for all this paperwork. How long did the processing take when you applied? I'm planning to hire in about 6 weeks so I want to make sure I get everything done in time.
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Yes, absolutely mention that! When filing your new claim, there should be a section asking about the reason for separation. Select
I'm in a similar situation and just wanted to share what worked for me last year. When I filed my new claim on the Sunday after my benefit year ended, I made sure to have ALL my paperwork ready - W2s, pay stubs from the last quarter, and a detailed list of all my employers with exact dates. The key thing that helped me avoid delays was being super specific about my separation reason (seasonal layoff) and including a brief note about the cyclical nature of my industry. One thing I learned the hard way: even though you CAN file on Sunday, I'd recommend doing it early in the day before the system gets overloaded with weekly claims. The portal tends to be slower and more glitchy on Sunday evenings. Good luck with your transition - sounds like you're being really proactive about planning for it!
Yuki Tanaka
If your previous employer contested your claim or there are any issues with your eligibility, that could affect your benefit amount too. Make sure there aren't any outstanding issues on your account that need to be resolved.
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Yuki Tanaka
•You should be able to see any notices or correspondence in your online account. If there's nothing there and you're still concerned, you'd need to call Washington ESD directly.
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Carmen Diaz
•Good luck with that. I've been trying to reach them for three weeks about my adjudication. Might have to try that Claimyr service people keep mentioning.
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Maggie Martinez
I'm dealing with the exact same situation - was making $49k annually and my weekly benefit is only $644. What's really frustrating is that Washington ESD's online calculator seemed to suggest I'd get more when I was initially applying. Has anyone successfully gotten their benefit amount reviewed or corrected? I'm wondering if there's a way to verify they're using the right quarters for the calculation, especially since I had a raise last year that might not be reflected properly in their system.
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