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I'm literally experiencing this EXACT same thing right now and was absolutely freaking out! Just got my claim approved yesterday after weeks of waiting and did my first certification this morning. When I logged back in a few hours later and saw that "no weeks to certify" message, I immediately thought they had canceled my benefits or something went horribly wrong. Reading through everyone's responses here has been such a huge relief! The way you all explained the biweekly schedule and how you're always "one cycle behind" finally makes sense. It's so frustrating that EDD's website doesn't explain this anywhere - that message is legitimately terrifying when you don't know it's normal! I was also panicking about my payment showing as "pending" but now I understand that's totally normal for first-time certifications. Setting phone reminders for the next certification date is such a smart idea - I'm definitely doing that so I can stop obsessively refreshing this terrible website every 20 minutes. Thank you SO much to everyone who shared their experiences! This community is absolutely amazing for helping newcomers navigate this confusing system. You've all literally saved me from a complete anxiety spiral! 🙏✨
Oh my gosh, SAME! I literally just went through this exact panic yesterday! I kept refreshing the page thinking it was some kind of glitch or error. That "no weeks to certify" message is seriously designed to give people heart attacks - like who thought that was good UX design?? 😅 I'm so grateful for this thread too because I was about to lose my mind thinking I somehow screwed up my claim. The whole "one cycle behind" thing finally clicked for me after reading everyone's explanations. It's wild that literally EVERYONE has to go through this same confusion because EDD can't be bothered to add a simple explanation to their website. The phone reminder idea is brilliant - I just set mine up for two weeks from my certification date. Now I can finally stop checking my account every 5 minutes like a crazy person! We're all in this together navigating EDD's terrible system! 💪
I just went through this exact same experience a few months ago and I totally understand the panic! That "no weeks to certify" message is honestly one of the most poorly designed parts of the EDD website - it makes you think something catastrophic happened when really it just means you're caught up. Here's what helped me understand the system: Think of it like a calendar where you're always looking backwards. You certified on May 14th for the two weeks that had already ended. Now you have to wait for the NEXT two-week period to complete before you can certify again. So your next certification should appear around May 28th. Your pending payment is also completely normal - mine took 5 business days for the first one, but after that they were much faster (usually 2-3 days). The key thing to check is that your claim status still shows "active" on your homepage. Pro tip: Set a phone reminder for your next certification date so you can stop constantly checking the website! The biweekly schedule becomes much more manageable once you get used to it. You're doing everything right - just give the system time to catch up! 🙂
This is such a helpful way to think about it - looking backwards on a calendar! I'm totally new to unemployment benefits and that "no weeks to certify" message had me convinced I'd somehow violated some rule I didn't even know existed. The backwards calendar analogy really makes the whole system click for me now. I was also worried about my payment being stuck in pending, but knowing that 5 days is normal for the first one gives me so much peace of mind. I'm definitely setting that phone reminder right now! Thanks for taking the time to explain this so clearly - you've probably saved me from weeks of unnecessary stress checking that terrible website obsessively! 🙏
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I'm new to this community but this thread has been incredibly educational! I'm currently job hunting and one of the positions I'm considering is an on-site property manager role with housing provided as part of the compensation package. Reading through everyone's experiences here has really helped me understand how this type of arrangement would work with unemployment benefits if I ever needed them. It's reassuring to know that the housing value actually helps increase your benefit amount rather than complicating things. I had no idea about services like Claimyr either - definitely going to keep that in mind. Thanks to everyone who shared their real experiences, especially @Isaac Wright for starting such an informative discussion!
Welcome to the community! I'm also pretty new here but this thread has been such a goldmine of information. It's really smart that you're researching this stuff before taking the job - I wish I had thought about the unemployment angle when I was negotiating my property management position. One thing I learned from reading everyone's experiences is that you might want to ask during the interview process about how they typically document the housing value (like whether they include it in employment contracts with specific dollar amounts). That could save you some headaches later if you ever need to file a claim. Good luck with your job search!
This has been such an informative thread to read as a newcomer to this community! I'm currently working in facilities management and have been considering transitioning to property management, so understanding how housing compensation works with unemployment benefits is really valuable information. What strikes me most from reading everyone's experiences is how important it is to have proper documentation from the very beginning of employment - employment contracts with specific dollar values, understanding what gets reported on tax forms, etc. It seems like being proactive about documentation makes the EDD process much smoother if you ever need to file a claim. Thanks to @Isaac Wright for asking such a practical question and to everyone who shared their real-world experiences. This is exactly the kind of detailed, helpful information that makes online communities so valuable!
Welcome to the community! As someone who's been in property management for a few years, I can tell you that having proper documentation really is crucial. When I started my current position, I made sure my contract explicitly stated the housing value and kept copies of everything. One tip I'd add from my experience - if you do make the transition to property management, consider asking potential employers during interviews how they handle the documentation side of housing compensation. Some companies are really organized about it (including housing value on W-2s, clear contract language) while others are more casual, which can create headaches later. The proactive approach you're taking by researching this stuff beforehand shows you're thinking like a good property manager already!
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I just went through this same situation about two months ago! You can definitely file a new claim immediately after your benefit year ends - there's no waiting period related to taxes or anything like that. The key question is whether you have enough qualifying wages from your 8 weeks of part-time work. From what you described earning around $3,200, that should be well above the minimum requirements to qualify for a new claim. However, be prepared that your weekly benefit amount will be significantly lower since it's calculated based on those part-time wages rather than your original restaurant management salary. A few things to keep in mind when you file: - You'll have to do the one-week unpaid waiting period again (super annoying but unavoidable) - Have all your employment details ready for those 8 weeks (employer info, exact dates, gross wages) - Don't panic if it takes several days to process or if you get mail asking for verification The restaurant job market has been really challenging lately but don't give up! I know several people who found positions after months of searching. The timing just seems off industry-wide right now. Good luck with your new claim and your job search!
This is super helpful, thank you! I'm glad to hear that $3,200 should be enough to qualify - I was really worried about that. The waiting week is definitely annoying but like you said, unavoidable. I've got all my employment info organized from those 8 weeks so hopefully the application process goes smoothly. Really appreciate the encouragement about the job market too. It's been discouraging applying to so many places with little response, but hearing that others eventually found something gives me hope. Going to file my new claim today!
I was in almost the exact same situation about 4 months ago! My benefit year ended and I was panicking because I still hadn't found work. You can definitely file a new claim right away - don't wait for tax season, that's completely unrelated. The good news is that your $3,200 from 8 weeks of part-time work should easily qualify you for a new claim. The minimum is usually around $1,300 in your highest quarter, so you're well above that threshold. Just be mentally prepared for a much lower weekly benefit amount since it'll be calculated based on your part-time wages instead of your restaurant management salary. When I filed my new claim, my benefits dropped from $380 to $165 per week - still helpful but definitely a reality check! Make sure you have all your employment details ready (employer name, dates, total gross wages) for those 8 weeks when you file online. And yes, you'll have to do that annoying one-week waiting period again unfortunately. The restaurant industry job market has been brutal lately - you're not alone in struggling to find something. Keep applying and don't get discouraged. I finally landed a position after 3 months of searching. Hang in there!
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Thanks everyone for the advice! I'll attend my interview for the current claim and then file a new claim immediately on 6/9 when my benefit year ends. I'll also try to set aside some of my current payment to prepare for a possible gap. Really appreciate all the help!
Good plan. One last tip: when you file your new claim, make sure to report ALL employment since your original claim date, including the job you had between August and recently. They'll cross-check this with employer records, so accuracy is important. Best of luck with everything!
I'm in a similar boat - my benefit year expires next month and I'm dreading having to navigate this whole process again. One thing I learned from my first claim is to screenshot EVERYTHING - your current claim details, payment history, certification confirmations. When you file the new claim, sometimes the old information becomes harder to access in the system, and having screenshots saved me when I had questions about my employment dates. Also, if you're doing gig work or any side income while unemployed, make sure you understand how to report that correctly on your new claim because the rules can be different than your current one.
That's really smart advice about screenshotting everything! I hadn't thought about the old information becoming harder to access. Quick question - when you mention gig work reporting being different on a new claim, do you mean the earnings thresholds change or just the way you report it? I do some occasional freelance work and want to make sure I don't mess that up when I file my new claim.
Elijah Knight
Hey Adam, I'm so glad to hear you got this resolved! I'm actually going through a similar situation right now with my claim - submitted weeks ago and stuck waiting after the Notice of Computation. Your experience gives me hope that a phone call might be the key to getting things moving. Did you use Claimyr to get through, or were you able to reach them directly? Thanks for sharing the update - it's really helpful to know there's light at the end of the tunnel! 🙏
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Theodore Nelson
•Hey Elijah! I'm in a similar boat - submitted my claim about 3 weeks ago and only got the Notice of Computation, nothing since. It's really frustrating being in limbo like this, especially when you're counting on that support. Adam's success story definitely gives me some hope too! I'm planning to call EDD this week to check on my status. Have you tried calling them yet, or are you also debating whether to use a service like Claimyr to get through? Would love to hear how it goes for you!
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Malik Robinson
Hey everyone! I'm a new dad dealing with a similar situation right now. Just submitted my claim last week and already feeling anxious about the waiting period after reading all these experiences. Adam, thanks for sharing your resolution story - it's really reassuring to know that calling EDD directly can actually work! For those still waiting, it sounds like the key is being persistent and not assuming silence means everything is okay. I'm bookmarking this thread and will definitely call if I don't hear back within their stated timeframe. It's crazy how much stress these delays can add during what should be a special time with our newborns. Appreciate this community for sharing real experiences! 👶
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Gael Robinson
•Hey Malik! Welcome to the dad club and congrats on the new little one! 🎉 You're smart to be proactive about this - I wish I had found this community earlier in my own journey. The waiting game is definitely stressful, especially when you're already sleep-deprived and trying to bond with your baby. From what I've learned reading through everyone's experiences here, it seems like EDD's communication can be pretty inconsistent, so don't hesitate to call if things seem delayed. The peace of mind is worth it! Also, definitely keep all your paperwork organized - sounds like some claims get held up over documentation issues. Hope your process goes smoothly and you can focus on enjoying those precious newborn moments!
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