I'm having the EXACT same problem right now! Been trying to get into the Money Network app for the past day and a half with no luck on the verification codes. It's so stressful when you just need to check if your payment went through. Reading through all these responses has given me hope though - I had no idea about some of these workarounds! Definitely going to try the website version instead of the app, and I'm going to check my spam folder right now. The tip about calling early in the morning is smart too, I've been trying to call during the day when everyone else probably is too. Really appreciate everyone sharing what worked for them. It's frustrating that we have to jump through all these hoops just to access our own money, but at least we can help each other figure it out. Going to try a few of these suggestions and hopefully get back in soon!

I'm dealing with this same verification code issue right now and it's so frustrating! I've been locked out for almost 24 hours trying to check if my weekly payment posted. Reading through everyone's suggestions here is really helpful - I had no idea about trying the website instead of the mobile app or checking spam folders for the email codes. One thing I wanted to add that might help others - I just discovered you can also text "BAL" to 22622 from the phone number associated with your Money Network account to get your current balance sent back as a text message. It's not as detailed as logging into the app, but at least it lets you quickly verify if your payment went through while you're troubleshooting the login issues. Going to try the website version and calling early tomorrow morning like others suggested. Thanks everyone for sharing what worked for you - this community is a lifesaver when dealing with these technical problems!

UPDATE: I FINALLY got through to EDD this morning after trying the Claimyr service that someone recommended above. Took about 25 minutes to connect to a rep (way better than my 47+ failed attempts). The agent said my account had an "unresolved identity verification flag" even though I completed ID.me months ago. She removed the flag and released all my pending payments - should be in my account within 24-48 hours! For anyone else having similar issues, definitely worth checking if there's some hidden flag on your account. Also, thanks everyone for all your suggestions!

So glad you got through and got it resolved! This is exactly why I keep telling people about hidden flags in the system - there are so many technical glitches that create invisible barriers. I've seen the ID.me sync issue multiple times where people think they're verified but EDD's system shows something different. For anyone else reading this who might have similar pending issues, it's also worth asking the rep to check for any "stop payment indicators" or "eligibility review flags" that might not show up on your UI Online account. Sometimes there are multiple layers of holds that need to be cleared. Thanks for updating us with the resolution - it gives hope to others dealing with the same nightmare!

Congratulations on landing the marketing job! What an amazing feeling after 4 months of searching. I went through this exact same situation last year and had the same worries about overpayments. Here's what worked for me: Keep certifying every two weeks like normal, but when you get to the work questions, answer "Yes" that you worked and report your hours and gross earnings accurately. Even if you haven't gotten your first paycheck yet, estimate your earnings based on your hourly rate or salary for the weeks you actually worked. The system will automatically reduce or stop your benefits once you consistently report full-time wages. After about 2-3 certification periods of reporting earnings above your weekly benefit amount, EDD will stop sending payments and eventually close your claim. Whatever you do, don't just stop certifying! That's how people end up with overpayment issues months later. The certification process IS how you officially report your return to work - there's no separate form needed. One last tip: take screenshots of your certifications showing that you reported your work earnings. That way you have proof you were transparent from day one. Good luck with your first day on Monday - you've got this!

Congratulations on your new job! I can definitely understand the stress about wanting to handle the EDD reporting correctly. I went through this same situation about a year ago and was equally worried about accidentally creating an overpayment issue. The advice everyone has given here is absolutely correct - the key is to continue certifying every two weeks and honestly report your work hours and gross earnings. When you certify and answer "yes" to working, make sure to include ALL earnings for that week, even if you haven't received your paycheck yet. One thing that really helped me was setting up a simple spreadsheet to track my work hours and expected earnings for each certification period. This way when it came time to certify, I had everything organized and could double-check my numbers before submitting. Also, don't be surprised if it takes a few weeks for EDD to fully process your return-to-work status. The system can be a bit slow to update, but as long as you're consistently reporting your full-time wages, everything will work out automatically. The most important thing is that you're being proactive and asking these questions upfront rather than just winging it! Best of luck with your first day at the marketing firm - that's such exciting news after months of job searching!

This whole thread has been so reassuring to read! I'm about 2 months into my EDD claim and I've been religiously certifying every Saturday morning at like 8 AM because I was convinced that earlier = faster payment processing. Reading everyone's experiences here makes me realize I've been creating unnecessary stress for myself. The fact that Leo got his payment right on schedule after certifying Sunday morning is exactly the proof I needed that the timing really doesn't matter within that weekend window. It's honestly a relief to know I can be more flexible - sometimes Saturday mornings are hectic with family stuff and it would be nice to not have that pressure. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences, especially the newcomers who admitted to the same overthinking I've been doing!

This is such a valuable thread for new EDD users! I just filed my claim about a month ago and have been super anxious about certification timing. I actually bookmarked this discussion because seeing Leo's real experience - forgetting to certify on Saturday, doing it Sunday morning, and still getting paid on schedule - is exactly the kind of reassurance I needed. The community knowledge here is incredible. I've been treating Saturday certification like a life-or-death deadline, but clearly EDD designed the system with more flexibility than I realized. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences and helping newcomers like me understand how things actually work versus how we imagine they work!

I'm so sorry you're going through this! This happened to me about two months ago and I know exactly how frustrating and stressful it is, especially when you're depending on that money for rent and bills. What I discovered when this happened to me is that EDD has been having major staffing issues, and sometimes the interviewers are juggling way more cases than they can handle. In my case, I found out later that my interviewer had called in sick that day but nobody updated the system or notified the claimants. Here's what I wish someone had told me: Don't just wait for them to reschedule automatically. I made that mistake and waited almost two weeks before taking action. Call the main line first thing tomorrow at 8am sharp and keep redialing. It's annoying but it works better than calling later in the day when the lines are completely jammed. Also, when you do get through, ask them to check if there were any technical issues with your scheduled interview time. Sometimes they can see in their system if the call failed on their end, which helps document that it wasn't your fault. One more tip - make sure you continue certifying for your weekly benefits while you wait. You'll get all the back pay once the interview is completed and your claim is approved. Hang in there! I know it's incredibly stressful when rent is due, but most people do get this resolved within a week or two once they make contact with EDD.

This is so frustrating and unfortunately way too common with EDD! I went through something similar a few months ago where they scheduled my interview for a Friday afternoon and never called. Turns out their system had a glitch that day and multiple people got missed. Here's what I learned: definitely call them tomorrow morning right when they open at 8am. Keep hitting redial - it took me about an hour of constant calling but I eventually got through. The rep was actually helpful once I reached someone and rescheduled me for the following week. Also, take screenshots of your online portal showing today's scheduled interview time as proof you were supposed to have the call. When I spoke to the rep, having that documentation really helped my case. The good news is that once you do complete the interview (assuming it goes well), you'll get all your back pay including for this waiting period. I know it doesn't help with rent being due next week, but at least you won't lose out on the money completely. Don't lose hope - most people I know who had missed interviews got it sorted out within 1-2 weeks once they made contact with EDD. The system is broken but the individual reps are usually understanding when it's clearly their fault.