Anyone else notice how the EDD website always seems to be "undergoing maintenance" when you need it most? 🙄

Hate to say it, but sometimes you just gotta keep calling. I literally called 137 times in one day before I got through. It's exhausting but eventually it'll work.

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update the status there before they actually contact you. Might give you some insight into whats going on with your application.

pro tip: if u can, go to ur local edd office in person. sometimes face-to-face works better than tryna deal w/ this stuff online or over the phone

Has anyone tried reaching out on social media? I've heard some people have had luck getting responses from EDD on Twitter. Might be worth a shot!

Idk if this helps, but I had a similar issue and it turned out there was a glitch in their system. My claim was stuck in limbo. I had to file an appeal to get it sorted. It's a pain, but might be worth looking into if nothing else works.

guys i think the system is down again. anyone else having trouble logging in?

Pro tip: if you call right when they open, you have a better chance of getting through. Set ur alarm for 7:55am lol

Hey OP, how long ago did you submit your paperwork? I've heard they're really backed up right now due to all the claims from the pandemic.

Pro tip: if you fax your documents instead of mailing them, it can speed up the process. I know it sounds like we're back in the 90s, but it worked for me!

Have you checked their website? Sometimes they have a portal where you can check the status of your application online.

I had a similar issue last year. Turns out they had my old address on file and all the correspondence was going there. Double-check they have your correct contact info!

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out to your local state assembly member's office. They often have contacts at EDD and can help expedite things.

OMG this exact thing happend to me last year! I was able to get it fixed but it took forever. Make sure you keep copys of EVERYTHING. The EDD lost my paperwork twice 🙄

Have you considered getting a state ID card? It's usually faster than renewing a driver's license and might solve your problem.

im in the same boat, expired everything lol. let me know if you figure it out OP!

Here's what I've learned from dealing with EDD for the past few months: • Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. • Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. • Use their online portal to send messages. Sometimes you get a faster response that way. • If you're really stuck, contact your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things through. • Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important EDD emails end up there. • Be prepared for long hold times. Use speakerphone and do other tasks while waiting. • Double-check all your paperwork before submitting. One small error can cause big delays. Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together 💪

Anyone else feel like they need a degree in bureaucracy just to navigate the EDD system? 🎓🤡

Pro tip: Keep a log of every interaction you have with EDD. Date, time, who you talked to, what they said. It'll help if you need to escalate things later.

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help cut through the red tape.