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this whole conversation is giving me flashbacks to my own nightmare with washington esd last year. the amount of paperwork and phone calls was insane. but i did eventually get my benefits so there is hope!
How long did the whole process take from filing to receiving your first payment?
about 8 weeks total. first few weeks were processing, then they had questions that delayed it another month. but once it was approved, i got all the back pay.
For what it's worth, I think the Washington ESD website has some good information about eligibility during family leave. It's buried in there somewhere, but it might be worth checking out before you file.
I'll definitely look for that. Every bit of information helps when navigating this system.
The website is helpful but can be confusing. Don't hesitate to call if you have specific questions about your situation. Each case is unique.
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Don't forget about taxes! Unemployment benefits are taxable income. You can choose to have taxes withheld from your benefits or pay them when you file your tax return. If you don't have taxes withheld, make sure to set money aside for tax season.
How much should I expect to pay in taxes on unemployment benefits?
Depends on your total income for the year and tax bracket. Generally, you'll want to withhold 10-20% for taxes to be safe. You can adjust the withholding percentage in your Washington ESD account settings.
Just wanted to follow up on the Claimyr recommendation. I used them again last month when I had questions about my work search requirements and got connected to an agent within minutes instead of spending hours on the phone. Really worth checking out if you hit any roadblocks with Washington ESD.
Thanks for the update. I've been struggling to get through to someone about my pending claim status. Might give this a try.
Definitely worth it. The peace of mind alone is valuable when you're dealing with unemployment stress.
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Update us when you get your first payment! Always curious to hear how long it actually takes for people.
Will do! Hopefully it'll be soon and I can give others a realistic timeline.
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Just to add - if you end up owing more than $1,000 when you file and didn't pay enough during the year, you might get hit with an underpayment penalty. It's usually not huge but something to be aware of.
How much is the penalty usually? I'm starting to think I should definitely set up withholding or make a payment soon.
It varies but usually a few hundred dollars depending on how much you owe and when you pay it. Better to just start withholding now and avoid the penalty altogether.
I had a similar situation and ended up talking to a tax preparer about it. They said the safest approach is to withhold 10% federal and then make a small estimated payment each quarter if you think you'll still owe more. Covers your bases without overwithholding.
That sounds like a good strategy. Better to be safe than sorry when it comes to taxes.
Yeah I think I'm going to start having them withhold 10% immediately and then maybe make a quarterly payment to be extra safe. Thanks everyone for all the advice!
Michael Adams
Ultimately, unemployment becomes a social issue because it affects the fabric of communities. When significant numbers of people can't find work, it changes the social dynamics, economic health, and overall wellbeing of society.
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Ashley Adams
•Thanks everyone for this discussion. It helps to understand that what we're going through is part of a bigger picture. Makes me feel less alone in this.
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Samantha Hall
•Exactly. Understanding the broader context doesn't solve the immediate problems, but it does help put things in perspective.
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Natalie Wang
For anyone still struggling to get help from Washington ESD, I really recommend checking out Claimyr. It's made such a difference for me and several others I know. Having actual access to speak with someone at ESD changes everything when you're dealing with complex issues.
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Chloe Mitchell
•I'm definitely going to try that. I've been trying to reach them for weeks about my adjudication status.
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Ryan Young
•Same here. The phone system is impossible to navigate on your own.
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