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Been in a similar boat myself! One thing that helped me was logging into UI Online and checking if there's a "Reopen Claim" or "Additional Claim Required" section. Sometimes when you miss employment info, the system flags it and creates a pathway to add the missing details. Also, if you have wage statements or pay stubs from that missing employment, have them ready - EDD loves documentation. The key is being proactive about it rather than waiting for them to reach out. Good luck getting this sorted! 🤞
This is super helpful advice! I hadn't thought to look for the "Reopen Claim" section specifically. I do have all my pay stubs saved, so I'm ready with documentation. You're absolutely right about being proactive - I've been kind of hoping it would just resolve itself, but clearly that's not happening. Thanks for the encouragement! 💪
Hey Malik! I went through almost the exact same thing earlier this year. Forgot to include a seasonal job from my employment history and my claim got stuck for weeks. Here's what finally worked for me: First, log into your UI Online account and look under "History" - sometimes there's a way to submit additional employment information there. If that doesn't work, try calling the 833-978-2511 number early morning (like 8:01 AM sharp) - that's when I had the best luck getting through. Also, when you do get someone on the phone, have all your employment details ready: employer name, dates, wages, reason for separation, etc. They can usually add the missing info right there on the call and push your claim through processing. Don't stress too much - this is super common and they deal with it all the time. It's just frustrating that there isn't a better self-service option for updating employment history. Hang in there! 💪
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I'm in a very similar situation right now - just got offered a 1099 contract while on EDD benefits. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful! One thing I'm still unclear on though - do I need to notify EDD before I start the contract work, or is it sufficient to just report the earnings when I certify? I don't want to accidentally trigger any red flags by not following proper procedure. Also, has anyone had experience with project-based contracts where the payment structure isn't evenly distributed across the work weeks? My contract involves milestone payments that might not align perfectly with the Sunday-Saturday work week structure that EDD uses for reporting.
You don't need to notify EDD before starting the contract work - just report the earnings when you certify for those weeks. That's the normal process. For milestone payments, you'll need to allocate the earnings to the specific weeks you actually performed the work, not when you received payment. So if you work weeks 1-3 but get paid in week 3, you'd divide that payment across the three weeks you worked. Keep detailed records of your work schedule and what you accomplished each week to support your earnings allocation. EDD cares about when you earned the money through work, not when it hit your bank account. This is especially important with 1099 contracts since payment timing is often irregular.
I've been through this situation twice and can confirm what others have said - you CAN reopen your claim after 1099 work ends, but documentation is key. Here's my advice: Create a simple spreadsheet tracking your work hours and earnings by EDD's work week (Sunday-Saturday). Even if you get paid monthly or at project milestones, you need to show how much you "earned" each week based on work performed. I learned this the hard way when EDD questioned my earnings allocation during my second contract. Also, when you do reopen your claim, be prepared to potentially wait 1-2 weeks for approval even if everything is reported correctly. The system sometimes flags accounts that had 1099 work for additional review. Having good records makes this process much smoother. Don't let fear of complications stop you from taking the opportunity - just be meticulous with your record-keeping!
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Just went through this same exact situation 3 weeks ago! The waiting is so stressful when you don't know what's normal. Here's what I learned from my experience: The "payment issued" text is basically EDD saying "we've approved your payment and sent the info to Money Network" but the actual card still has to be manufactured and mailed out. Think of it like ordering something online - you get a "shipped" notification but the package still takes time to arrive. A couple things that helped me during the wait: - Download the Money Network app ahead of time so you're ready to activate when it arrives - The card envelope says "Important Account Information" on the outside, not "Money Network" - Make sure someone's home to receive mail - some postal workers require signature The good news is once you have the card, future payments are much faster. I now get my money within 1-2 days of certifying instead of waiting weeks. Also definitely set up direct deposit through the app once you activate - it's way more convenient than dealing with the card for every payment. You're right in the normal timeframe, so try not to stress too much! It should be there any day now.
This is such helpful detail, thank you @Amina Bah! I didn't know about the "Important Account Information" text on the envelope - that's going to help me spot it when it comes. I'll definitely download the Money Network app today so I'm ready to activate immediately. The shipping analogy makes perfect sense too - I was thinking the "payment issued" text meant the money was already available somewhere. It's reassuring to hear from someone who just went through this recently that everything worked out fine. Really appreciate you taking the time to share all these practical tips!
I'm going through this exact same thing right now! Got my "payment issued" text 6 days ago and have been checking the mailbox every day like it's Christmas morning. Reading all these responses is such a huge relief - I had no idea this was normal and was starting to panic that something went wrong with my claim. The part about it coming in a plain white envelope from Ohio is super helpful - I probably would have thrown it away thinking it was junk mail! And knowing that the Money Network and EDD are separate companies explains so much about why the timing is so confusing. Quick question - for those who have received their cards, does Money Network send any kind of tracking info or delivery notification? Or does it just show up randomly? I'm trying to figure out if I should stay home to watch for it or if it's safe to leave in the mailbox. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, this community is amazing!
@Atticus Domingo No tracking info unfortunately! Money Network doesn t'provide tracking numbers for the initial card delivery - it just shows up one day. I remember checking my mailbox obsessively too lol. The card comes in regular mail so it s'safe to leave in your mailbox, no signature required. Just keep an eye out for that plain white envelope with Important "Account Information on" it. You re'only on day 6 so you re'still well within the normal timeframe. Based on what others have shared about March delays, you ve'probably got another 3-7 days to go. Try to stay patient easier (said than done I know !)
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I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! It's been 13 days since my payment showed "paid" and I'm getting really anxious about when this card will finally arrive. Reading through all these comments has been so incredibly helpful - I had no clue about calling Money Network directly at 1-866-544-7681 or that the envelope looks like total junk mail. I'm definitely going to try that Money Network number first thing tomorrow morning instead of spending hours trying to get through EDD's phone system. It's so frustrating that they give you absolutely zero updates about shipping or delivery timelines! Based on what everyone is saying, it sounds like most cards arrive between 10-14 business days, so hopefully I'm just at the tail end of the normal waiting period. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it really helps to know I'm not the only one going through this stressful situation while unemployed and needing this money for basic expenses!
Amara, you're definitely not alone in this stressful waiting game! I'm actually in a very similar situation - it's been about 2 weeks since my payment showed "paid" and the anxiety of waiting for that card while unemployed is really intense. This whole thread has been such an amazing resource for learning about options I never knew existed. I'm also planning to call that Money Network number (1-866-544-7681) first thing tomorrow morning instead of trying to navigate EDD's impossible phone system. The fact that you're at 13 days and everyone says 10-14 days is normal gives me hope that your card should arrive any day now! It's so frustrating that they leave us completely in the dark about shipping timelines when we're already stressed about money. Let me know how your Money Network call goes tomorrow if you try it - maybe we can share tips and help each other get through this process!
I'm going through this exact same situation right now! It's been 12 days since my payment showed "paid" for $542 and I'm starting to get really worried since I need this money for groceries and utilities. This whole thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea about calling Money Network directly at 1-866-544-7681 or that the card comes in such a plain envelope that looks like junk mail. I'm definitely going to try that Money Network number first thing tomorrow morning instead of dealing with EDD's notorious phone system. It's so frustrating that they don't provide any tracking information or delivery estimates when you're already stressed about finances! Reading everyone's experiences here makes me feel way less alone in this nerve-wracking waiting period. Based on what people are saying about the 10-14 day timeframe, hopefully all of us currently waiting get our cards soon. Thanks to everyone sharing their tips and experiences - this community support means so much when you're navigating unemployment for the first time!
Katherine, I completely understand your anxiety about groceries and utilities - being unemployed and waiting for benefits is such a stressful situation! I'm actually new to this community but have been reading through everyone's experiences and it's really reassuring to see how supportive people are here. The Money Network direct line (1-866-544-7681) that everyone keeps mentioning sounds like a much better option than trying to get through EDD's phone system. At 12 days you're right in that normal 10-14 day window that people are talking about, so hopefully your card arrives in the next couple of days. It's crazy how they send these cards in such plain envelopes - I never would have thought to look for something that looks like junk mail! Thanks for sharing your experience, and I hope you get your card soon so you can get the groceries and pay those utilities. This community has been so helpful for learning about these processes.
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I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! Been waiting 5 weeks for my Money Network card and I'm getting so desperate. Reading through all these responses has been really eye-opening - I had no idea that address formatting could cause such major problems with card issuance. I just went into my UI Online account and sure enough, I had an extra period after "Ave." in my street address that shouldn't be there. Has anyone had success getting EDD to expedite the replacement card once they fix the address issue? I'm worried that even after they correct it, I'll be waiting another month for the new card to arrive. My landlord is already asking about rent and I'm running out of options. This whole system feels like it's designed to make accessing your own approved benefits as difficult as possible!
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Sean O'Donnell
•Hey there! I actually just went through this exact situation and can give you some hope. When EDD fixes the address issue and reorders your card, they can definitely expedite it - mine came in 5 business days instead of the usual 7-10. The key is to specifically ask the EDD rep to mark it as "expedited due to hardship" when they place the new card order. Also, make sure they confirm the corrected address with you over the phone before submitting the request. I know it's super stressful waiting when rent is due, but once they fix that formatting issue, the replacement card usually comes much faster than the original. Hang in there - you're so close to getting this resolved!
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Malik Thompson
This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm a newcomer to this community but unfortunately not new to EDD issues. I've been dealing with a similar Money Network card problem for the past 3 weeks - payments approved and showing as "paid" but no card in sight. After reading through everyone's experiences here, I immediately checked my address in UI Online and found the issue - I had "Apartment" spelled out instead of "Apt" which apparently can cause verification problems. It's both frustrating and reassuring to see how common these address formatting issues are. The fact that something as minor as an extra space or using "Street" vs "St" can delay your benefits for weeks is absolutely ridiculous. I'm planning to call EDD tomorrow to check my card status and get the address corrected. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and solutions - especially the tip about asking for "expedited due to hardship" when they reorder the card. This community support means a lot when dealing with such a broken system!
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Ellie Lopez
•Welcome to the community! It's unfortunate that you're dealing with this but you're definitely in good company here. The address formatting thing is such a nightmare - I can't believe how picky their system is about every little detail. "Apartment" vs "Apt" causing a delay is just insane! When you call EDD tomorrow, definitely have your corrected address written down exactly as it should appear so you can read it back to them letter by letter. And don't let them rush you off the phone - make sure they confirm the new address and that they're marking the replacement card as expedited. Some reps try to skip that step. Good luck getting through to them - hopefully you won't have to wait too much longer once they fix that formatting issue!
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