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@OP When you file, make sure you mention your Nevada employment upfront. If you don't, and they later discover it, they might flag your claim for potential fraud which creates a whole new headache. Better to disclose everything from the start. Also, after you file, you'll need to certify every two weeks - don't miss these certifications or your payments will be delayed.
I'll definitely mention my Nevada work history right away. I had no idea about the certification requirement - is that something I do online?
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my brothers girlfrend tried to switch to checks but the edd website kept giving her errors so she had to call and the lady on the phone said theyre phasing out paper checks and pushing everyone to direct deposit by end of 2025 anyway
That's correct. EDD is gradually shifting everyone to either direct deposit or the Money Network card. Paper checks will eventually be eliminated to reduce costs and delivery issues. Direct deposit is definitely the most reliable option going forward.
Update: I was able to switch to direct deposit! The option was right there in UI Online under Payment Preferences. Thanks everyone for your help! I had NO idea direct deposit was an option - the EDD never mentioned this when I filed my claim. Hopefully this will solve all my payment headaches.
Great to hear! Just remember it might take 1-2 payment cycles before the change takes effect. Your next payment might still go to the Money Network card, so don't panic if that happens.
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Has anyone else noticed that EDD seems to be processing claims faster lately? When I applied last year it took forever, but my friend just applied last month and got approved in like 10 days. Maybe things are improving?
Let's stay on topic here. The OP is asking about qualifying with limited hours, not processing times. But to quickly answer: no, processing times vary widely depending on whether there are any issues with your claim that require manual review. Clean claims can be processed quickly; complicated ones still take weeks or months.
Thank you all SO much for the helpful information! I feel much better about applying now. I'm going to gather all my employment info and submit my application today. Fingers crossed that it goes through without any issues. I'll update once I hear something back from EDD.
Good luck! Remember that even if you get a lower weekly benefit amount due to your part-time hours, it's still worth applying. And don't get discouraged if you're required to do a phone interview - that's standard procedure in many cases, especially with unique work situations like yours.
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I think you should just file anyway and see what happens. The worst they can say is no, right? My cousin's boyfriend got approved even though he had some gaps in his work history. Everyone's situation is different.
While there's no harm in applying, it's important to be honest on the application. Gaps in work history are different from unreported cash work. EDD may investigate discrepancies, and misrepresenting employment history can lead to penalties.
Thanks everyone for the responses. I think I'll try to get through to EDD directly to ask about my specific situation, and also look into the general assistance programs that were suggested. Seems like regular unemployment probably won't work out, but at least I have some other options to explore now.
Connor O'Brien
i had this happen to me last yr and found out they sent the form to my old address even tho i updated my address in the system!! might wanna check if they have your current mailing address. also fyi they will eventually disqualify u if they think u didnt respond to the form so def try to talk to someone!!
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NeonNova
•Thanks for the warning. I did receive the original form and sent it back, so at least I know they had my correct address. But I'm definitely worried about being disqualified if they somehow didn't receive what I sent back.
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Sofia Hernandez
Quick update based on recent information: EDD has acknowledged a backlog specifically with DE 4365REA forms. According to their March 2025 stakeholder meeting, they're currently prioritizing forms that are more than 6 weeks in processing. Since you're approaching that timeframe, you might see movement soon without any intervention. However, speaking with a representative is still your best option to potentially expedite the process.
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NeonNova
•That's really helpful information! Where did you learn about the March stakeholder meeting? I'd love to get more updates like this directly. I'll give it one more week before trying more drastic measures.
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Sofia Hernandez
•EDD posts summaries of their stakeholder meetings on the EDD website under News Releases & Announcements. They usually update this section monthly. It's worth checking periodically for official updates rather than relying solely on what people share in forums (though real experiences are valuable too!).
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