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EDD benefits delayed - no payments received yet. What to do?

Hey everyone, I'm getting really worried. It's been a while since I filed for unemployment benefits, but I still haven't received any payments. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm starting to stress about bills piling up. Any advice on what I should do or who I should contact?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve unemployment payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ceri_d82TY

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Malik Davis

Ugh, I feel ya. I was in the same boat last month. Have you tried calling EDD? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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Emma Wilson

I've been trying to call for days, but it's always busy or I get disconnected. It's so frustrating!

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Isabella Santos

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.

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Ravi Gupta

lol good luck with that. i swear they have like 2 people working the phones 🙄

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GalacticGuru

Have you checked your UI Online account? Sometimes there's info there about why payments are delayed. Could be identity verification or something.

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Freya Pedersen

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Omar Fawaz

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Freya Pedersen

Yeah, it's totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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Chloe Anderson

20 bucks? thats highway robbery 😤

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Freya Pedersen

I get it, but think about how much time you waste trying to call. For me, it was worth it to finally get answers.

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Diego Vargas

Okay, let me break this down for you. There are a few reasons why your benefits might be delayed: 1. Identity verification issues: EDD has been cracking down on fraud, so they might need additional proof of who you are. 2. Eligibility questions: If there's any doubt about your eligibility, they'll put a hold on payments. 3. Backlog: Sometimes it's just a matter of them being swamped with claims. 4. Technical glitches: The EDD system isn't exactly state-of-the-art. Here's what you can do: - Keep trying to call. It sucks, but it's often the fastest way to resolve issues. - Check your UI Online account daily for any updates or requests for information. - If you received any mail from EDD, respond ASAP. - Consider contacting your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes help push things through. - As a last resort, you might want to try that calling service someone mentioned earlier. Hang in there. The system is frustrating, but don't give up!

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Emma Wilson

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely check my online account again and keep trying to call.

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Anastasia Fedorov

This is great advice. Wish I had known all this when I was struggling with my claim!

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StarStrider

have u tried faxing them? i know it sounds crazy but i got a response within a week after i faxed my info

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Sean Doyle

What year is it? 1995? 😂 But for real, if it works, it works!

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Zara Rashid

I'm telling you, the whole system is rigged. They make it impossible on purpose so people just give up. 🤬

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Luca Romano

Take off the tinfoil hat, bro. It's just an outdated system with too many claims.

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Zara Rashid

Wake up, sheeple! 👀 You really think it's just "outdated"? Nah, they know exactly what theyre doing.

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Nia Jackson

Guys, I just got my benefits after 2 months of waiting! There's hope! Keep pushing and don't give up!

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Emma Wilson

That's awesome! Did you do anything specific to finally get it resolved?

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Nia Jackson

Honestly, I just kept calling every day. Finally got through and they fixed some issue on their end. Persistence is key!

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