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Bottom line is 2-3 weeks is normal processing time for Washington ESD. If you hit 4 weeks without any communication, then it's time to call and find out what's going on.
That seems like a reasonable timeline. I'll wait until the 3 week mark and reassess from there.
That's a good plan. Most claims resolve within that timeframe without any intervention needed.
Just remember to keep job searching and logging your work search activities even while waiting for approval. Washington ESD requires that from week one.
You can log job searches in your eServices account. It's required to maintain eligibility so definitely start doing that.
Yeah the job search requirement is 3 activities per week in Washington state
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The Federal Reserve actually targets around 4% unemployment as the sweet spot - low enough to indicate a strong economy but high enough to prevent inflation from spiraling out of control.
Exactly! That's the NAIRU I mentioned earlier. It's the rate where wage inflation stays stable without triggering broader economic inflation.
4% sounds about right based on what I've seen in my economics classes. Any lower and you get labor shortages and wage spirals.
This has been really helpful for understanding the bigger picture. I'm going to stop feeling guilty about collecting Washington ESD benefits and start thinking of this as an investment in finding the right career path.
Perfect attitude! That's exactly what the unemployment system is designed to support - thoughtful job matching rather than desperate job taking.
Same here. This discussion completely reframed how I think about my current situation. Thanks everyone!
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This has been really helpful! I had no idea the calculation was so specific. I always wondered why my benefit amount seemed random.
Right? I wish they explained this stuff better when you first file your claim. Would save a lot of confusion.
They probably figure most people won't question it. But like others said, it's worth understanding in case there's an error.
One last tip - keep all your pay stubs and W-2s from your base period. If you ever need to dispute your benefit calculation, you'll need that documentation to prove your earnings.
Good advice. I'm definitely going to be more organized with my employment records going forward.
Yeah, I learned that the hard way when I had to appeal a benefit determination. Having your own records makes the process much smoother.
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Just make sure to file your weekly claims on time no matter where you are. Missing those can cause way more problems than moving states.
Absolutely! I never miss those. Too important to risk.
Smart! Consistency with weekly filings is key to keeping benefits flowing.
Louisa Ramirez
One more thing - if you do quit and apply for benefits, be completely honest about why you left. Washington ESD will contact your former employer and any inconsistencies will hurt your case.
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Isaiah Cross
•Good point. I definitely don't want to get caught in a lie during the investigation.
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Louisa Ramirez
•Exactly. Better to have a weak case based on truth than a strong case based on lies that gets discovered.
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TommyKapitz
The bottom line is that voluntary resignation makes you ineligible for regular UI benefits unless you can prove good cause. It's an uphill battle and you need solid evidence. Consider all your options before taking that step.
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Isaiah Cross
•Thanks everyone for all the advice. I have a lot to think about and probably some more research to do before making this decision.
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Paloma Clark
•Definitely worth talking to Washington ESD directly about your specific situation. That's where Claimyr really helps - actually getting through to speak with someone who can give you official guidance.
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