Not to freak you out, but my card never came 😭 Had to call and request a new one. Turns out there was a mixup with my address. Def double check all your info is correct!

lmao welcome to bureaucracy hell. grab a seat, we got snacks 🍿

lol why is it so hard to get our own tax documents? Make it make sense 🤣

Has anyone tried contacting their employer directly for the W2s? Sometimes that's easier than dealing with the IRS.

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk but fr tho the EDD website is trash

I heard theres a new bill being proposed to overhaul the entire unemployment system. Might be worth looking into and contacting your reps about supporting it.

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along or get more info.

Make sure you appeal within the deadline! Usually its like 30 days or something. Don't miss that window or you'll be SOL.

Anyone else notice how the unemployment rate is supposedly low, but everyone and their mom is getting denied benefits? Make it make sense 🤡

Hey OP, what state are you in? The process can vary a lot depending on location.

This is why we need to vote for better leadership. The whole system is a joke. 🤡

Pro tip: If you're really in a bind, you can request an emergency payment. Call and specifically ask for a "manual payment" or "off-line payment." They can issue it while you wait for your card. It's not guaranteed, but worth a shot if you're desperate.

lol welcome to the club 🤡 EDD is a joke these days

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along with EDD. Worth a shot!

Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes important EDD emails end up there. Also, make sure you're certifying for benefits every two weeks, even if your claim is pending.

Anybody else notice that the EDD website is always 'under maintenance' when you actually need to use it? 🙄 It's like they're trolling us at this point.

Am I the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through so many hoops just to understand our own tax situation? 🤦‍♂️

Pro tip: If you need tax documents from previous years, you can request a wage and income transcript from the IRS website for free. It shows all reported income, including W2s.

Y'all ever think about how much time we waste dealing with this bs? Like, we could probably solve world hunger with all the collective hours spent on hold with EDD 🤔

Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for months: 1. Always certify on time, even if your payment is delayed 2. Keep detailed records of all your communications with EDD 3. Check your spam folder regularly for EDD emails 4. If you can't get through on the phone, try contacting your local assembly member's office 5. Be patient but persistent. The system is overwhelmed, but your claim will eventually be processed Hang in there, everyone. We're all in this together. 💪