EDD showing $0 weekly benefit despite recent high earnings - Alternate Base Period?

I found a way to solve EDD $0 unemployment benefit issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L9x9Iyz33k

Ugh, classic EDD nonsense. 🙄 I've been there, buddy. The alternate base period might be your best bet. It lets them look at your more recent earnings instead of the standard base period. You'll need to request it specifically though - they won't do it automatically.

I found a way to actually 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

Make sure you double-check the dates they're using for your base period. Sometimes they mess up and use outdated info. If you've had any gaps in employment or changes in income, that could affect things too. Dont give up - keep pushing until you get what you're owed!

The EDD system is so broken, I swear. 🤬 I've been dealing with similar issues for months. It's like they're trying to make it as difficult as possible for people who actually need help. Hang in there, OP. Don't let them wear you down.

Here's what you need to know about the alternate base period (ABP): • The standard base period uses your earnings from months 2-5 before you filed • The ABP uses your most recent completed quarter • You have to specifically request the ABP - it's not automatic • If you qualify under the standard period, they won't use the ABP • It can take a few weeks to process an ABP request To request it, call the EDD or send a message through your UI Online account. Be persistent - you might need to follow up multiple times. Good luck!

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk... but seriously, the EDD website is about as reliable as my ex lol

I'm in the same boat, OP. Filed 3 weeks ago, still showing $0. This whole process is so frustrating. Let us know if you make any progress!

I went through this exact same situation last year! Turns out EDD was using the wrong quarters for my base period calculation. What helped me was gathering all my pay stubs and W-2s from the most recent quarters before I filed, then submitting a request for them to recalculate using the alternate base period. It took about 4-6 weeks, but they eventually corrected it and I got backpay for all the weeks I should have been receiving benefits. Don't let them discourage you - if you earned good money recently, you're likely entitled to benefits. Document everything and keep following up!