EDD Callback Service: How Long is $20 Fee Valid? [CA Unemployment]
Hey guys, I'm wondering how long the $20 I paid for the callback service is good for? I'm trying to reach EDD and I'm not sure if there's a time limit on this thing. Anyone have experience with this?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve EDD callback service time limit, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joTFIsb8cdE
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Mei Lin
Hey OP, have you tried checking your bank statement? Sometimes these services charge you when they start calling, so that might give you an idea of when the 20 bucks kicked in.
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Liam Fitzgerald
•That's smart. It's a good way to track if the service has initiated.
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Luca Romano
Has anyone tried calling at specific times? I heard early morning or right before they close might work better.
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Nia Jackson
•I've tried every time slot imaginable. No luck. It's like trying to win the lottery.
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Mateo Hernandez
•Early morning worked for me once. But it's hit or miss.
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CosmicCruiser
•Pro tip: Tuesdays and Wednesdays seem to be less busy. But don't quote me on that lol
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Aisha Khan
•Timing can be everything. I've heard the same about mid-week calls.
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Sofia Morales
Claimyr can be a lifesaver when dealing with the notoriously difficult-to-reach EDD. While it's true that it costs $20, many users report successful connections that have saved them significant time and hassle. However, it is essential to consider that these services are not foolproof. EDD's system can be unpredictable, and there's no absolute guarantee of getting through at a specific time. It's also important to watch out for missed calls, as you might have to pay again if you miss the connection. While Claimyr offers a convenient solution to communication barriers, writing to your local representative or trying varied call times can be effective alternatives. Remember, the key is persistence and being equipped with multiple strategies to increase your chances of success. Keep in mind the caveat of the additional cost during financially challenging times, and weigh the benefits and drawbacks based on your situation.
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Chloe Anderson
Okay, so here's what I know about these callback services for EDD: 1. Most of them don't have a specific expiration date. They usually keep trying until they get through. 2. However, it's best to use the service when EDD is open. Their hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. 3. If you don't get a call back within a day or two, reach out to the service provider. They might need to retry or refund you. 4. Keep in mind that even with these services, there's no guarantee. EDD's system is unpredictable. 5. Make sure you're available to take the call when it comes through. If you miss it, you might have to pay again. Hope this helps! Good luck getting through to EDD. We're all in the same boat here. 🚣♂️
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Oliver Schulz
•Thanks for the detailed info! This is super helpful. I'll make sure to keep my phone handy.
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Diego Vargas
•Great advice! Wish I knew this before I spent hours trying to get through myself. 😩
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Anastasia Fedorov
•This is solid advice. It's always good to be prepared, especially with government offices.
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Natasha Kuznetsova
I used that service last month. It's pretty good, but I don't remember seeing any expiration date on it. Maybe check your email confirmation?
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AstroAdventurer
•I second this. When I used Claimyr, they did send an email confirmation with details. Might be worth a look!
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Ravi Gupta
I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's the link: https://claimyr.com
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GalacticGuru
•Sounds sketchy. How do you know it's legit?
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Ravi Gupta
•I was skeptical too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Freya Pedersen
•$20 tho? That's highway robbery!
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Ravi Gupta
•I get it, but for me, it was worth every penny. Time is money, ya know?
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Omar Fawaz
•I tried it as well, and it worked as advertised. It seems to be a legitimate service, but always do your own research.
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NebulaNinja
This whole situation is so frustrating. We're already struggling and now we gotta pay extra just to get our benefits? The system is broken af 😤
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•Couldn't agree more. It's like they're punishing us for needing help.
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Oliver Schulz
•I know, right? But at this point, I'm willing to try anything. Bills don't pay themselves 😅
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Dylan Mitchell
•It's sad but true. Paying for access to benefits feels like a cruel irony.
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Amara Nnamani
I used a similar service last year. If I remember correctly, they kept trying for about a week before I got through. Hang in there!
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Giovanni Mancini
•Thanks for sharing your experience! Gives hope to those still waiting.
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StarStrider
lol imagine paying to talk to the government. what a world we live in 🤣
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Sean Doyle
•ikr? next thing you know, we'll be paying for air 💀
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Oliver Schulz
•Trust me, I wouldn't if I had any other choice. EDD's got me by the balls here 😭
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Zara Rashid
•It's a sad reality, but sometimes these services are the only way to get things done.
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Javier Mendoza
Wait, you paid $20 just to call EDD? That's crazy! The system is so broken that we have to pay just to get through now? 🤦♂️
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Oliver Schulz
•Yeah, I know it sounds nuts, but I've been trying to get through for weeks. At this point, I'm desperate enough to try anything.
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Emma Wilson
•It's ridiculous, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. The whole EDD system is a joke anyway 🤡
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Malik Davis
•I feel ya. Spent hours on hold myself. $20 might be worth it just for the peace of mind.
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Isabella Santos
•Desperate times call for desperate measures. I hope you get through soon!
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Carmen Lopez
Anyone else feel like we're living in some dystopian nightmare where we have to pay just to access basic government services? 🤔
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Andre Dupont
•Welcome to late stage capitalism, my friend 🎉
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QuantumQuasar
•It's been like this for a while, we're just noticing it more now
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Zoe Papanikolaou
•Preach! 🙌 The system is rigged against us regular folks
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Jamal Wilson
•It's a frustrating reality. We need systemic change to improve access to essential services.
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Ethan Taylor
Guys, I'm telling you, writing to your local representative can help. They have special channels to EDD. It's free and it worked for me!
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Oliver Schulz
•Really? How long did that take?
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Ethan Taylor
•About 2 weeks for me. But it beats endless calling!
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Yuki Ito
•That's good to know! Sometimes traditional methods still work the best.
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Paolo Conti
Just wanted to share my experience with callback services - I used one a few months ago and it was valid for about 2 weeks before it expired. The key thing is to make sure you're actually available when they call back, because if you miss it, you're basically starting over. Also, double-check what specific service you used because they all have different policies. Some will keep trying for days, others might give up after a few attempts. Pro tip: save the confirmation email and any receipts - you might need them if something goes wrong. Hope you get through soon, the wait is brutal but hang in there! 💪
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Ethan Brown
•Thanks for sharing your experience! Two weeks sounds reasonable. I'm definitely going to keep my phone close and make sure I don't miss the call. The confirmation email tip is gold - I'll make sure to save everything just in case. This whole process is such a pain but it's reassuring to hear from people who've actually made it through! 🙏
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LordCommander
From my experience with these callback services, they typically don't have a hard expiration date but rather keep trying until they successfully connect you or exhaust their retry attempts (usually over several days to a week). The $20 is generally for the service attempt, not a time-based subscription. I'd recommend checking your email confirmation for specific terms, and make sure you're available during EDD business hours (8 AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri) since that's when they can actually connect you. If you haven't heard anything within 48 hours, I'd reach out to the service provider directly. Also keep your phone charged and nearby - missing the callback means potentially having to pay again. Good luck, and I hope you get through soon! The whole system is frustrating but these services do help cut through the endless hold times.
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Sophia Miller
•This is really helpful info! I had no idea about the retry attempts vs. time-based thing. Makes sense that they'd keep trying for a few days rather than just cutting you off after 24 hours. I'm definitely going to double-check my confirmation email now to see what the specific terms are. The business hours reminder is clutch too - I was wondering if they'd try calling outside those times. Fingers crossed I don't miss the call when it comes through! 🤞
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Ashley Simian
Based on my experience with similar callback services, the $20 fee is usually valid until they successfully connect you with EDD or exhaust their retry attempts (typically 5-7 days of trying). The service doesn't expire based on time alone, but rather on connection attempts. Make sure to keep your phone on and available during EDD business hours (8 AM - 5 PM, weekdays) because that's the only time they can actually get you through. If you miss the call, most services will try a few more times, but after that you might need to pay again. I'd suggest checking your confirmation email for the specific terms of whichever service you used. Also, if you don't hear anything within 2-3 business days, definitely reach out to them directly. The whole situation sucks but these services do work better than sitting on hold for hours. Hope you get through soon! 🙏
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KingKongZilla
•This is really solid advice! The 5-7 day window makes a lot of sense - gives them enough time to actually get through the crazy EDD phone system without dragging it out forever. I'm definitely going to keep my phone glued to me during business hours. The retry attempts thing is good to know too, at least they don't give up after one missed call. Honestly at this point I'm just grateful there's any option besides the endless hold music torture 😅 Thanks for breaking it down so clearly!
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