Need EDD PFL computation letter ASAP for work - any tips to get it quickly?
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. I need to get my Paid Family Leave computation letter from EDD to submit to my company. Has anyone gone through this process recently? Any tips on how to request it and get it sent quickly? I'm worried about missing deadlines at work.
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve getting EDD computation letter quickly, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yez6MRdvIz8
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Edwards Hugo
I went through this last year. Here's what worked for me: 1. Call EDD first thing in the morning (like 8:01 AM) 2. Have your claim number ready 3. Politely ask for the computation letter, explaining you need it for your employer 4. Request that they include start and end dates of your benefits 5. Ask if they can expedite it or send it electronically Be prepared to wait on hold for a while, but it's worth it. Good luck!
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Gianna Scott
•This is solid advice 💯 I'd add: make sure u have a pen and paper ready to jot down any important info they give u!
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Alfredo Lugo
•Calling first thing in the morning is key. I tried midday once and gave up after 2 hours on hold 😫
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Dylan Fisher
•Thanks for the detailed advice! Did they give you an estimate of how long it would take to receive the letter?
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Edwards Hugo
•When I called, they said 7-10 business days, but I actually got it in about 5. YMMV tho
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Sydney Torres
ugh, EDD is the worst. I've been trying to get through for weeks. Anyone know if theres a way to request this online?
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Kaitlyn Jenkins
•I don't think so... their online system is stuck in the stone age 🦕 Phone is unfortunately the only way AFAIK
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Sydney Torres
•figures. thanks anyway 😞
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Caleb Bell
Pro tip: I found a way to get someone on the phone without the endless hold times. 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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Danielle Campbell
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Rhett Bowman
•20 bucks? Idk man, seems kinda sketchy...
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Caleb Bell
•I get the skepticism, but it seriously saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo
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Abigail Patel
•Can confirm, I used it last month. Felt like cheating the system but in a good way lol
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Daniel White
have you tried faxing your request? sometimes old school methods work better with government agencies lol
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Nolan Carter
I'm in the same boat rn. My HR is breathing down my neck for this letter. EDD needs to get there act together fr 😤
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Natalia Stone
•Preach! 🙌 The whole system needs an overhaul
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Tasia Synder
LPT: If you cant get through on the main line, try calling one of the other departments and ask to be transferred. Sometimes works for me!
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Selena Bautista
•Ooh, sneaky. I like it 😏 Which department do you usually try?
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Tasia Synder
•I've had luck with the general information line or even the employer line. Just play dumb if they ask why youre calling that number lol
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Mohamed Anderson
guys. i literaly just got off the phone with EDD after trying for DAYS. heres what i did: 1. called exactly at 8:00:00 AM 2. chose spanish option (even tho i dont speak it) 3. got transfered to english speaking rep almost immediately 4. asked nicely for computation letter hope this helps someone!!!
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Ellie Perry
•You're a genius! 🧠 Gonna try this tomorrow morning
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Landon Morgan
•Isn't that kinda unethical tho? Taking up a Spanish-speaking line when you don't need it?
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Mohamed Anderson
•desperate times call for desperate measures my friend 🤷♂️
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