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Zoey Bianchi

EDD Extension Review: 2 Weeks Since Interview, No Update. Normal Wait Time?

Hey everyone, I had a phone interview about my unemployment extension about 2 weeks ago. They said they'd review my claim, but I haven't heard anything back yet. Anyone know how long it usually takes to get an update on the renewal status? I'm getting a bit anxious here.

Tom Maxon

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Ugh, I feel you. I've been in the same boat. It took them almost a month to get back to me after my interview. The waiting game is brutal.

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A month?! That's ridiculous. Don't they realize people have bills to pay? 🤬

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Seriously! I had to borrow money from family just to make rent while waiting. The system is so broken.

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Yeah, it's tough. I ended up picking up some gig work just to scrape by. Hang in there, OP!

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Jayden Reed

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In my experience, it can take anywhere from 2-6 weeks. Have you tried checking your online account for any updates? Sometimes they update there before calling.

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Zoey Bianchi

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Thanks for the tip! I've been checking online daily, but no luck so far. Guess I'll just have to be patient... 😩

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Nora Brooks

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Eli Wang

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Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 😤

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Nora Brooks

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Can confirm, I used it too. Beats calling 100 times a day and never getting through.

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Here's what I've learned from dealing with EDD for way too long: • Be persistent. Keep calling and checking your online account. • Document everything. Write down who you talked to and when. • If you can, try to find your local assembly member's office. They sometimes can help push things along. • Don't give up! It's frustrating, but eventually they'll get to your case. Hang in there, OP. We're all in this mess together. šŸ’Ŗ

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Ethan Scott

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This is solid advice. The assembly member tip is clutch - they helped me break through the bureaucracy.

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Lola Perez

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Wish I'd known this sooner. Took me 3 months to get my issue resolved. 😭

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have u tried faxing them? I know it sounds crazy but I faxed my docs and got a response within a week

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Riya Sharma

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Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 🤣

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lol i know right? But hey, if it works, it works šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø

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Anyone else notice that ever since they "upgraded" their system, everything's been slower? I swear they're just making excuses at this point.

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Millie Long

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I heard they're super backlogged bc of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Might be why it's taking so long for legit claims too.

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KaiEsmeralda

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Great, so we're all suffering bc some scammers had to ruin it for everyone. Typical. šŸ™„

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Debra Bai

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Yo, has anyone tried showing up in person at an EDD office? I'm bout ready to camp out if that's what it takes to get answers.

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I tried that last month. They just told me to go home and wait. Total waste of time.

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Laura Lopez

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Some offices are appointment only now. Check their website before you go!

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