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I'm currently going through this exact situation too! My SDI payment showed as sent on 12/22 and I'm still waiting for it to hit my account. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring - I had no idea that a 3-5 business day delay was so normal, especially for first payments. The holiday timing definitely makes it more stressful since banks are processing slower. I've been obsessively checking my bank app multiple times a day which just makes the anxiety worse! It's really comforting to see how many people have shared similar experiences and that everyone eventually received their payments. The tip about setting up bank text alerts is great - definitely doing that now so I don't have to keep manually checking. Thanks to everyone for sharing their timelines and advice. It helps so much to know this is just part of the normal process and not something to panic about. Hopefully all of us who are still waiting will see our payments soon!
I'm in the exact same boat as you! My payment was sent on 12/20 and I'm still anxiously waiting too. This thread has been such a lifesaver - I was starting to think something was seriously wrong with my payment. The obsessive bank app checking is so real! I think I've refreshed it about 100 times today alone. It's really helpful to see that so many people go through this same nerve-wracking waiting period. The holiday delays definitely make it worse because you can't even call to check without getting stuck in phone hell. At least now I know this 3-5 day window (or longer with holidays) is completely normal. Fingers crossed we both see our payments hit soon - the financial stress on top of dealing with disability is really tough. Thanks for sharing your experience, it helps knowing we're all going through this together!
I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now! My payment showed as "sent" on 12/21 and still nothing in my bank account as of today. This entire thread has been such a huge relief to read - I had no idea that 3-5 business days was completely normal, especially during the holidays. I've been frantically checking my bank account multiple times per day thinking something went wrong with my direct deposit info. The financial stress of being out of work due to disability and then having to wait even longer for the payment to actually arrive is really overwhelming. It's so reassuring to see that literally everyone here has gone through this same anxiety-inducing waiting period and that the payments do eventually come through. The tip about setting up bank alerts is brilliant - definitely doing that right now so I can stop obsessively refreshing my banking app! Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and timelines. It really helps to know this is just the standard process and not something to panic about.
I'm right there with you! My payment was sent on 12/22 and I'm also still waiting and checking my bank constantly. This thread has been such a blessing to find - I was convinced something had gone wrong with my account information or that my payment got lost somehow. The combination of already being stressed about being unable to work due to my disability and then having to wait for financial relief that feels like it's taking forever is really tough to handle. Reading everyone's experiences here has been so calming though - it's clear this 3-5 business day window (especially with holiday delays) is just how the system works. I love the bank alert suggestion too, that's way better than refreshing the app every 30 minutes! Hoping we all see our payments hit our accounts really soon. Thanks for sharing - it definitely helps to know we're all in this stressful waiting period together.
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I've been dealing with the E24 error for about two weeks now and finally got it resolved yesterday! Here's what worked for me after trying everything else mentioned here: I had to actually delete my browser's stored autofill data completely (not just cache/cookies). Turns out the browser was auto-filling some fields with outdated info that didn't match what EDD had on file. Go to your browser settings > Autofill > Delete all saved form data, then manually type everything fresh. Also, when entering your SSN, don't use any dashes or spaces - just the 9 digits straight. And here's something nobody mentioned: if you've moved recently, make sure the address you're using matches exactly what's in their system from your last W-2 or previous claim. Even small differences like "St" vs "Street" can trigger this error. Hope this helps someone else avoid the frustration I went through! 😅
Oh wow, the autofill data thing makes so much sense! I've been banging my head against the wall with this E24 error for over a week now. I definitely have old addresses saved in my browser autofill from when I moved earlier this year. Going to clear all that out and start fresh with manual entry. The tip about SSN formatting (no dashes) is also really helpful - I've been including the dashes out of habit. Really appreciate you taking the time to share all these specific details about what finally worked! 🙌
This is incredibly detailed and helpful! I've been stuck with the E24 error for almost a month now and I think the autofill issue might be exactly what's been sabotaging me. I definitely have old info stored from before I updated my address and employment details. Going to follow your steps exactly - clear all autofill data, use Chrome, manual entry only, and match everything to my most recent W-2. The SSN formatting tip (no dashes) is something I never would have thought of. Really hoping this finally solves it - will report back! Thanks for being so thorough with your solution! 🤞✨
I've been battling this E24 error for almost 3 weeks now and I'm at my wit's end! 😤 I've tried literally everything mentioned here - different browsers, clearing cache, incognito mode, calling (never got through), even tried the early morning thing. Nothing has worked so far. One thing I noticed though - has anyone else had issues if they have multiple email addresses associated with different government accounts? I'm wondering if there's some kind of conflict in their system because I have one email for my DMV account and a different one for tax stuff. Also, for anyone still struggling with this, I found that the EDD website has a "technical issues" contact form buried deep in their help section. It's not easy to find but might be worth a shot if calling isn't working. At least it's something official to document the problem. Really hoping someone here has the magic solution because I'm running out of options! 🤞
I feel your pain! 😩 Three weeks is brutal. The multiple email thing is actually a really good point - I hadn't thought of that before. I wonder if their system gets confused when it tries to cross-reference different government databases and finds conflicting email addresses tied to your SSN. Have you tried using the exact same email address that you used for your most recent tax filing? That might be the "primary" one in their system. Also, thanks for mentioning that technical issues contact form - I've been looking everywhere for an alternative to their phone line. Even if it takes a while to get a response, at least it creates a paper trail. Hang in there, someone here will crack the code! 💪
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I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm dealing with something very similar - currently 6 months pregnant and just discovered EDD is only going to give me $73/week because they're using my base period from when I was working a minimum wage retail job. I've been at my current corporate job since March 2024 making way more, but none of those wages count towards my claim. Reading everyone's experiences here has been so helpful! I had no idea about form DE 2501W or that you could withdraw and refile later. @Zadie Patel your explanation about the base period calculation was especially clear - I finally understand why my recent wages aren't being counted. I'm definitely going to start the withdrawal process. My due date is in August 2025, so if I withdraw now and refile in August, my March 2024+ wages should be included in the calculation. Has anyone had experience with withdrawing this early in pregnancy? I'm worried about the timing but $73/week won't even cover my parking at work, let alone actual living expenses! Thanks to everyone for sharing their stories - it's made me feel so much less alone in dealing with this broken system.
@Connor Murphy You re'definitely not alone in this! The timing you re'describing sounds perfect - withdrawing now and refiling in August should absolutely include your March 2024+ wages in the base period calculation. I m'in a similar boat and have learned so much from this thread. One thing I d'suggest is calculating your potential benefit amount before withdrawing, just to make sure the math works out. The EDD uses roughly 60-70% of your highest quarter earnings in the base period. If your corporate job wages from March 2024 forward would create a much higher quarterly average, then withdrawing is definitely the right move. Also, don t'worry about withdrawing early "in" pregnancy - you re'being smart and strategic! Better to deal with this now when you have time to plan rather than being stuck with $73/week when your baby arrives. Make sure to send that DE 2501W form certified mail like everyone has mentioned. Good luck! 🍀
This thread has been incredibly helpful for anyone dealing with EDD's confusing base period calculations! Just wanted to add a few quick tips based on what I've learned from my own SDI claim: 1. When you submit form DE 2501W, include a brief letter explaining why you're withdrawing (base period issue). This creates a paper trail and shows it's legitimate. 2. Calculate your potential new benefit amount BEFORE withdrawing. Use your highest quarter earnings from your new base period and multiply by 0.6-0.7 to estimate weekly benefits. 3. If you're worried about timing with potential bed rest, consider talking to your doctor about the withdrawal/refiling timeline. They can help you understand your medical situation and plan accordingly. 4. Keep detailed records of all wages from your current job - pay stubs, tax documents, etc. You'll need these when you refile. The system is definitely frustrating, but don't let EDD's outdated base period rules trap you into accepting poverty-level benefits when you've been paying into the system at your current wage level. You've got this! 💪
This is such a comprehensive summary! Thank you for laying out all these practical steps. I especially appreciate the tip about including a brief letter with the DE 2501W form - I hadn't thought about creating that paper trail but it makes total sense. One question for anyone who's been through this process - when you calculated your potential new benefit amount, did you use gross or net quarterly earnings? I want to make sure I'm doing the math right before I commit to withdrawing. Also, has anyone dealt with EDD asking for additional documentation when refiling after a withdrawal? Really grateful for this whole thread - it's given me the confidence to move forward with fixing my claim instead of just accepting the ridiculously low benefit amount! 🙏
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I'm new to this community and unfortunately experiencing the exact same situation! I certified for my SDI benefits 6 days ago and my payment history only shows my initial payment from March - nothing for the recent certification. The anxiety is so real when you're depending on these payments and have bills coming due with no idea what's happening behind the scenes. This thread has been incredibly reassuring though - I had no clue about checking the Forms section to verify my certification was received, or that payments sometimes appear in your bank account before updating on the EDD website. It's both comforting and frustrating to see how common these delays seem to be lately with their system. Reading everyone's experiences and advice has been so helpful, especially about the 7-10 day processing window and the Claimyr service if we need to contact EDD. Thank you to everyone sharing their stories - it really helps to know we're not alone in dealing with these stressful delays, even though it doesn't make waiting for rent money any easier!
Welcome to the community @Lincoln! I'm also pretty new here and going through almost the identical timeline - certified 7 days ago and only seeing my March payment in the history. This thread has been such a godsend for understanding that these delays are unfortunately becoming the norm with EDD lately. The financial stress is so real when rent is due and you have no visibility into whether your payment is even processing! I've learned so much from everyone's experiences here about checking multiple places in the system and not just relying on the payment history page. It's crazy how inconsistent their processing times have become, but at least we know we're definitely not alone in this frustrating situation. Hoping all of us recent certifiers see some movement soon!
I'm new to this community but going through the exact same thing right now! Just certified for my SDI benefits 4 days ago and my payment history is completely empty except for my first payment from last month. The waiting and uncertainty is so stressful, especially when you have bills coming due and no idea if your certification is even being processed. This entire thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no clue about checking the Forms section to verify my certification was received, or that payments sometimes show up in your bank account before the EDD website updates. It's both reassuring and frustrating to see how many people are dealing with similar delays lately. Based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like 7-10 business days seems to be the new normal, even though the inconsistency is maddening. Thanks to everyone for sharing their stories and all the practical advice about where to check in the system and when to take action. It really helps to know we're not alone in dealing with these anxiety-inducing delays!
Kaiya Rivera
Just wanted to share my recent experience since I went through this exact situation last month. My disability benefits were ending and I was super stressed about the extension process. Here's what I learned: definitely contact your doctor's office at least 2 weeks before your current end date - don't wait until the last week like I almost did! My orthopedist's office was really familiar with the Supplemental Certificate form and handled everything electronically. The key thing that helped me was asking the office staff to confirm they received confirmation from EDD after submitting it. They actually keep track of submission confirmations which gave me peace of mind. Also, if you have any complications or your condition changes, make sure your doctor includes those details in the form - it helps justify the extension. The whole process took about 4 days from when my doctor submitted it to when I saw the updated end date in my online account. Hang in there, Harper - sounds like you're already on the right track!
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Khalid Howes
•Thanks for sharing your experience, Kaiya! It's really reassuring to hear that the process can go smoothly when done right. I love the tip about asking the doctor's office to confirm they got confirmation from EDD - that's such a smart way to make sure nothing falls through the cracks. I'm definitely feeling more confident about this whole process now that I've gotten my extension approved, but I'll remember your advice about the 2-week timeline if I need another one down the road. It's so helpful when people share the specific details like timing and what to ask for!
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Anastasia Kozlov
I'm new to this whole disability benefits process and reading through everyone's experiences has been really eye-opening! I'm currently dealing with a shoulder injury from a work accident and might need to extend my benefits too. One thing I'm wondering about - do you have to pay anything out of pocket for your doctor to fill out these Supplemental Certificate forms? My orthopedist's office mentioned there might be a fee for "administrative paperwork" but I wasn't sure if that's normal or if I should look for a different provider. Also, has anyone had experience with extensions for work-related injuries specifically? I'm going through workers' comp too and I'm not sure if that complicates the EDD disability extension process at all.
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