EDD payment stuck on pending - need help ASAP!
Hey everyone, I'm having an issue with my unemployment payment. It's been pending for a while now and I'm not sure why. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm starting to get worried because I really need the money. Any ideas on what could be causing the delay or what I should do?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve pending unemployment payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv7Lp3VaadU
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Giovanni Colombo
Ugh, I feel you. I've been in the same boat. Have you checked if it's because of identity verification? That was my issue.
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CosmicCommander
Thanks for the suggestion. I haven't checked that specifically. How did you find out if that was the issue?
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Giovanni Colombo
I logged into my account and there was a notification about needing to verify my identity. If you don't see anything like that, it might be something else. Maybe call them?
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CosmicCommander
Gotcha, I'll take a look. Calling them is such a pain tho 😩
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
It could also be due to a recent job change. Did you start working part-time or anything like that recently?
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Dylan Cooper
The system is so broken rn. I've been waiting for weeks and can't get anyone on the phone. This is ridiculous!
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Sofia Ramirez
Preach! 🙌 The whole unemployment system needs a major overhaul.
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Dmitry Volkov
Have you tried calling right when they open? I heard thats the best time to get through.
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Dylan Cooper
Yeah, I've tried everything. Early morning, late afternoon, even during lunch. No luck 😤
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StarSeeker
Hey, 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 a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
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Ava Martinez
Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Miguel Ortiz
$20? Thats kinda steep for just a phone call...
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StarSeeker
I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. After weeks of trying to get through, I was desperate. The $20 was worth it to finally talk to someone and get my issue resolved.
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Zainab Omar
How long did you have to wait once you used the service?
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StarSeeker
It took about 2 hours total, but I didn't have to sit there listening to hold music. They called me when an agent was on the line.
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Connor Murphy
Here's what I've learned from dealing with pending payments: 1. Check your account for any notifications about identity verification or additional information needed. 2. Make sure you've certified for benefits correctly and on time. 3. If you've had any change in income or employment status, report it immediately. 4. Try to contact them through multiple channels - phone, email, and even social media. 5. Keep detailed records of all your attempts to contact them and any responses you receive. 6. Consider reaching out to your local state representative's office. They can sometimes help expedite the process. 7. Be patient (I know it's hard) and persistent. The system is overwhelmed, but they will get to your case. Hope this helps! Hang in there, OP.
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CosmicCommander
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely go through this checklist. Really appreciate you taking the time to write all this out.
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Yara Sayegh
This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit tbh
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NebulaNova
have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣
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Keisha Williams
lol if only it were that easy
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Paolo Conti
I had a similar issue last month. Turns out there was a glitch in their system affecting a bunch of claims. It resolved itself after about 10 days. Might be worth waiting a bit longer before you panic.
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Amina Diallo
guys. i literaly just got of the phone with them. aparently theres a huge backlog bc of some new verification process. they said itll take 4-6 weeks to clear everyones claims. FML
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Oliver Schulz
4-6 WEEKS??? Are they serious? How are people supposed to survive that long without income? This is insane.
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Amina Diallo
ikr? i asked the same thing. they just said to be patient 🙄
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