PFL payment delays and benefit questions - need advice for upcoming EDD call
Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my PFL payments and I've got a bunch of questions. Has anyone else been dealing with delayed payments or confusing benefit calculations? I'm trying to get ready for a call with them, but I'm not sure what info I need or what specific questions to ask. Any advice on how to handle this call and make sure I get all my concerns addressed?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve PFL payment delays and issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1E_VyN2UfYc
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Emily Thompson
Ugh, PFL payments can be such a headache! š¤ I've been there. Make sure you have all your recent payment notices and any letters from EDD ready. Write down EVERY question you have - even the ones that seem obvious. Trust me, you'll forget something important if you don't!
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Jacob Lee
Thanks for the tip! Do you think I should also have my bank statements handy? I'm not sure if the amounts match up.
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Emily Thompson
Absolutely! Bring those bank statements. It's always good to have proof of what you've received (or haven't received). Better to have too much info than not enough!
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Sophie Hernandez
Good advice! I'd add: take notes during the call. These convos can get confusing fast, and you might need to reference what they said later.
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Daniela Rossi
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/DOLxZQb92wM
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Ryan Kim
Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Has anyone else tried it?
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Daniela Rossi
I was skeptical too, but it really worked for me. Saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imho.
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Zoe Walker
20 bucks to skip the hold time? Sign me up! š How long did it take to get through?
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Daniela Rossi
It took about 2 hours for me, but I didn't have to sit there listening to that awful hold music. The service called me when an agent was on the line.
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Elijah Brown
Here's what you need to know about PFL payments: ā¢ Payments are typically processed within 14 days of receiving a properly completed claim ā¢ If there's a delay, it's often due to missing information or discrepancies in your claim ā¢ Keep track of your benefit year date - it affects your maximum benefit amount ā¢ If you're having issues, ask about the specific status of your claim and any pending payments ā¢ Don't forget to ask about taxes - you can choose to have them withheld or pay them later Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Jacob Lee
Wow, this is super helpful! Thank you so much. I didn't even think about the tax withholding option.
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Maria Gonzalez
Great info! Just wanna add - sometimes they mess up the benefit year date. Double-check it's correct when you call!
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Natalie Chen
am i the only 1 who thinks the whole pfl system is broken af? š¤ like why do we gotta jump through so many hoops just to get what we're entitled to?
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Santiago Martinez
Preach! š The system is a joke. It's like they're trying to make it as difficult as possible.
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Samantha Johnson
It's frustrating, but remember the people on the phone are just doing their jobs. Be nice to them and they're more likely to help!
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Nick Kravitz
Pro tip: if you can, try calling right when they open. I've had better luck getting through early in the morning. Also, Wednesdays seem to be less busy for some reason. good luck!
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Hannah White
Has anyone else noticed that the online portal is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? š It's like they're trolling us at this point.
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Michael Green
OMG YES! š¤ I swear it's down more often than it's up. How are we supposed to check our claims?
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Mateo Silva
I've had better luck using it late at night or early morning. Seems like less traffic then.
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Victoria Jones
Quick question - does anyone know if PFL payments affect other benefits like CalFresh or Medi-Cal? I'm worried about losing my other support if I start getting PFL.
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Cameron Black
That's a great question! I'm not sure, but you should definitely ask about that when you call. It could have important implications.
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Jessica Nguyen
In my experience, PFL didn't affect my CalFresh, but it's always best to check with a caseworker to be sure. Every situation is different.
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