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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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One more important thing - if you don't receive your 1099-G by mid-February, you can request a duplicate through your EDD online account or by calling EDD directly. Don't wait until the last minute before tax filing deadline to realize you're missing this document. Also, keep in mind that if you received more than $10 in interest from your bank or financial institutions, you'll get a 1099-INT from them as well. New parents often have a more complicated tax situation with childcare credits and dependent deductions, so it's good to gather all your documents early.
This is all so helpful - thank you! I had no idea about all these tax implications. Definitely going to start organizing everything now rather than waiting until April. And we'll be claiming the child tax credit for the first time too!
Welcome to the confusing world of EDD taxes! 😅 As a fellow new parent, I can tell you that yes, you'll definitely get that 1099-G form. Just went through this myself last year. One tip that saved me - when you get the form, double-check the amount against your benefit payment history in your EDD account. I found a small discrepancy on mine and had to get it corrected. Also, since you're a first-time parent, don't forget about the Child Tax Credit - it can help offset some of those federal taxes you'll owe on the EDD benefits. The whole system feels overwhelming at first but you've got this! And congrats on your little one! 🍼
Thank you so much for the encouragement and congratulations! ❤️ That's a great tip about double-checking the 1099-G against the payment history - I never would have thought to do that. I'm definitely feeling less overwhelmed now after reading everyone's responses. It's so helpful to hear from other parents who've been through this process. I'll make sure to look into the Child Tax Credit too. This community has been amazing!
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Quick question - did you submit your claim online or by mail? I've heard the online system is glitchy and sometimes messes up dates.
I did it online. Maybe that's where the problem started...
Could be. Might be worth mentioning that when you talk to them. Good luck!
I went through this nightmare last month! Here's what finally worked for me: I faxed a correction request with all my documentation (doctor's notes, original dates, etc.) to their main fax line. It took about 10 business days, but they actually processed it faster than the phone route. The fax number should be on your original paperwork. Make sure to include your claim number on every page and keep a copy for yourself. Sometimes the old-school methods work better than their "modern" systems!
Thanks for sharing this! I never would have thought to try fax - seems like such an old way to do things, but if it works faster than calling, I'm definitely going to give it a shot. Do you remember if there was a specific format they wanted for the correction request, or did you just write a letter explaining the issue?
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Hey OP, don't forget to write down the name and ID number of the agent you talk to. It's come in handy for me before when I needed to follow up.
I just went through this process a few weeks ago! Here's what worked for me: Call around 8:05 AM right after they open, have your ID and employment info handy, and definitely be patient - even with early calling I was on hold for about 45 minutes. The agent was actually really helpful once I got through. Also, if you're doing this for bonding with a new baby, make sure you have the birth certificate ready even if they don't ask for it right away. Good luck! 🍀
This is super helpful! I'm actually in a similar situation and was dreading the whole process. 45 minutes on hold isn't too bad compared to some of the horror stories I've heard. Did they walk you through everything over the phone or did you have to submit additional documents later?
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Okay, here's what I've learned after dealing with PFL for months: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Try different times of day. Sometimes mid-afternoon is less busy. 3. Have all your info ready before you call. Claim number, SSN, dates, etc. 4. Be polite to the agent when you finally get through. They're probably overwhelmed too. 5. If you're really desperate, consider using a paid service like the one mentioned above. 6. Check your online account regularly for updates. Sometimes they process things without telling you. 7. If all else fails, contact your local representative. They can sometimes intervene. Hope this helps someone. We're all in the same boat here. 🚣♀️
This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit tbh
These are great tips. It seems like persistence is the main strategy here.
I've been dealing with this same nightmare for 2 months now. What finally worked for me was calling exactly at 8:00 AM sharp and immediately pressing 1-2-4 as fast as possible. Don't wait for the prompts to finish - just rapid fire those numbers. I also noticed Tuesdays and Wednesdays seem to have slightly better odds than Mondays/Fridays. Still took me 47 attempts over 3 weeks, but I finally got through! The key is to treat it like a part-time job - block out time every morning and just keep dialing. It's absolutely ridiculous that we have to do this, but unfortunately that's the reality we're dealing with. Hang in there everyone! 💪
47 attempts?! That's insane but honestly gives me hope that persistence might actually pay off. I've been at it for about 2 weeks now with maybe 20-30 tries. Going to start treating this like you said - blocking out time each morning and just grinding through it. Thanks for sharing the specific button sequence too, I'll try the rapid-fire approach tomorrow morning!
Maria Gonzalez
Guys, I heard theres gonna be a new online system rolling out soon that's supposed to make all this easier. Anyone know when that's happening?
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Natalie Chen
•LOL sure, and I bet it'll work perfectly with no issues whatsoever 🙄
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Santiago Martinez
•I think I saw something about that on the EDD website. Supposed to be later this year but who knows with government timelines 🤷♂️
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Rosie Harper
I made a similar mistake on my initial application - put the wrong date for when I last worked. What worked for me was logging into my EDD account online and looking for the "Report Work and Wages" section. There was actually an option to submit corrections there. If that doesn't work, I've found that calling right at 8am when they open gives you the best chance of getting through. Also, don't hang up if you get the busy signal - sometimes if you wait a few seconds it'll put you in the queue. The whole system is frustrating but you'll get it sorted out!
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