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EDD switched to Money Network cards - still waiting for mine but need payment tonight
I'm really confused about this whole switch from Bank of America to Money Network for unemployment payments. My regular certification went through last Sunday, and payment is supposed to hit tonight, but I STILL haven't received my new Money Network debit card. The EDD website shows my payment as 'paid' but where is it actually going? Is it being loaded onto a card I don't have yet? I'm seriously stressing because rent is due in 3 days and I was counting on this payment. Has anyone else dealt with this transition period? Will my payment still go to my old BofA card tonight or am I just out of luck until the new card arrives?
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Can I still collect EDD if accepting very limited part-time tour guide work ($120 bi-weekly)?
Hi everyone, I'm in a tricky situation and desperately need advice. I've been on unemployment for about 2 months now after losing my marketing job. I just got offered a part-time position giving night tours in my town. Here's the issue - they want me available Thursday through Sunday evenings, BUT they said it's their slow season and I'd likely only give 1 tour every week or even every other week. That's only about $120 per tour! \n\nI'm still aggressively searching for full-time work in my field, but I'm terrified that if I accept this tour guide position, EDD will completely cut off my benefits, leaving me with only $120 every 1-2 weeks. That won't even cover my groceries, let alone rent. \n\nDoes anyone know if I can still collect partial unemployment if I report this minimal part-time income? I understand my weekly benefit amount would be reduced, but I'm absolutely panicking about losing ALL benefits just for accepting 4-8 hours of work per month. Any experience with this kind of situation would be really helpful!
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My sister works for EDD (not saying this to brag just giving context lol) and she says one of the biggest mistakes people make is thinking they can't work part-time while on unemployment. The system is actually designed to encourage you to take part-time work while searching for full-time jobs! You just need to be honest about your earnings. \n\nShe also mentioned that tour guide work specifically wouldn't typically cause availability issues since it's outside normal business hours when most interviews and job opportunities would occur anyway.\n\nAnyway, take the tour guide job! Some income is better than none, and it won't harm your unemployment as long as you report accurately.
EDD employee privacy breach - who to contact about unemployment staff misconduct?
So I'm dealing with a really uncomfortable situation involving an EDD representative who took my unemployment claim call a few years back. This person and I have mutual connections on Facebook (we had hundreds of mutual friends) but he never disclosed this when taking my call. Now we've had a personal disagreement completely unrelated to EDD, and suddenly his friends are harassing me online saying stuff like "get a job" - obviously referencing private info about my unemployment claim that he must have shared. This feels like a serious privacy violation and abuse of position. I've already: 1. Filed an online complaint with EDD (no response) 2. Submitted some kind of report to the Attorney General's office 3. Planning to file a police report for harassment But I'm not getting anywhere! Who else can I contact about this kind of EDD employee misconduct? Is there a specific department that handles privacy violations by staff? Has anyone dealt with something similar?
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just wondering but how do u know for SURE it was him who told his friends? maybe they just guessed you were on unemployment or someone else told them? not defending the guy just saying u need solid proof before accusing an edd worker
Fair question. The timing is suspicious - I had a disagreement with him, and then suddenly his friends (who I've never interacted with) started making these comments. One specifically referenced the exact month I filed my claim, which isn't something they could have guessed. But you're right, I need to be careful about direct accusations without absolute proof.
UPDATE US on what happens! This is really important for everyone to know about. State employees accessing confidential data for personal use is a huge problem across many agencies. Your complaint could help strengthen protections for all of us.
I definitely will! I've already emailed the Privacy Office and Security Office today. I'm calling the Civil Rights Office tomorrow. I'll post updates as I get responses. Thanks everyone for all your helpful suggestions!
EDD payment delay after first certification - Holiday impact?
Hey everyone! Just certified for unemployment for the very first time last Sunday and wondering what to expect. My claim status shows 'paid' but nothing has hit my account yet. I'm getting antsy since rent is coming up soon! Has anyone else who certified this week received their money yet? I'm curious if payments are delayed because of the Memorial Day holiday or if it always takes a few days for the first deposit. My claim summary shows I should be getting $675, which I desperately need right now after getting laid off from my nursing assistant job.
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Since you're waiting for your card, one tip I wish someone had told me - as soon as you get it, create your Money Network account online right away. Then you can at least track when deposits hit the card. You can also set up automatic transfers to your bank account so you don't have to manually transfer each time.
EDD claim approved by phone but nothing on Money Network card - is this normal?
So confused right now!!! I called the EDD automated number (1-866 number) yesterday and it told me my claim was approved for $425/week. But I haven't gotten ANY paperwork or emails from EDD at all! No award letter, no Money Network card in the mail, nothing!! I checked my UI Online account and there's nothing there either - just shows my claim was filed. Is this normal?? Will my card just randomly show up? How long after hearing the amount on the phone should I expect to actually SEE MONEY on a card I don't even have yet?? I'm seriously stressing because rent is due in 10 days and I need to know if I should be borrowing money from family or not.
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Wait you should have recieved an email when you filed your claim. Check your spam folder maybe? Thats where mine went. It should tell you when to certify and how long things take. Not getting ANY communication seems weird, you might want to try calling them to check if they have the right contact info for you.
Just checked all my folders including spam and trash - absolutely nothing from EDD. I'm starting to wonder if they have the wrong email address or something?? But then how did my claim get approved at all? This is so frustrating!
Based on everything you've shared, it sounds like there might be an issue with your contact information. Here's what I recommend: 1. Call EDD as soon as possible to verify they have your correct mailing address and email 2. Ask specifically about the status of your Customer Account Number letter 3. Confirm when your first certification period will be available 4. Ask if they can expedite your Money Network card if it hasn't been sent yet Your claim is approved, which is the good news, but you need to make sure all your information is correct so you can get your documents and start certifying.
You're right, I need to just talk to someone directly. I've been trying to call but can't get through - might try that Claimyr thing someone mentioned. Thanks for all your help!
Lucy Lam
my brother works for the apartment management company and says lots of tenants having this problem right now with the card switch... maybe your landlord has seen this before? worth asking for a few days extension and showing the EDD payment confirmation as proof your not just making excuses
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Alexis Renard
AuthorThat's actually a good idea. I'll screenshot my UI Online payment status and see if that helps. Worth a try at least!
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Emma Swift
Just wanted to follow up - were you able to get through to anyone? The Money Network system is definitely frustrating during the transition, but once you actually get the card, it works pretty well. The app is much better than the old BofA one.
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Alexis Renard
AuthorYes! The 0# trick actually worked after about 6 tries. I got through to a rep who confirmed my card was mailed 4 days ago, so it should arrive by the end of this week. I paid for expedited shipping for a replacement to be safe ($15 fee) which should arrive in 2 business days. Thanks everyone for your help! This community is amazing.
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