How to get payment stub/proof from EDD for benefits deposited to Money Network card?

just print out ur UI payment history page... thats wat i did when i needed proof 4 my car loan. sometimes u gotta click around but its there. if the leasing ppl are being picky tell them EDD doesnt send actual check stubs like a job would

You need to request a payment verification letter directly from EDD, not just print the payment history. Go to UI Online, select 'Contact EDD' from the menu, then choose 'Payment' as the category and 'Payment Verification Letter' as the topic. Be specific about what dates you need verification for. They typically mail it within 10 business days. Alternatively, you can access your Money Network card statements online which show deposits from EDD. Many landlords accept these as they show the source of deposits. Log into your Money Network account and download PDF statements for the months needed.

Have you checked your email? EDD sends a notification whenever they deposit money to your account. My landlord accepted those emails as proof when I was on unemployment last year. Just search your inbox for messages from EDD with subject line 'EDD Alert - Payment Issued'.

I went through this exact situation when applying for an apartment in San Diego. The fastest way to get official verification is to actually speak with an EDD representative who can generate and send you the payment verification letter electronically in some cases. I spent days trying to get through on the phone without success until I used Claimyr (claimyr.com). They connected me to an EDD agent within about 20 minutes instead of spending hours redialing. The agent was able to email me a verification letter that same day. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Once I got through to an actual person, I explained it was urgent for housing and they were surprisingly helpful.

EDD is AWFUL with their documentation!! I had the same problem trying to get proof for my landlord. The stupid payment history page looks like something I could make in Microsoft Word in 5 minutes. No letterhead, no official seal, nothing! It's ridiculous they don't provide proper documentation when they know people need this for housing, loans, etc. I ended up having to get a NOTARIZED letter from my case worker after THREE WEEKS of waiting! By then I almost lost my apartment. The system is designed to fail regular people I swear.

I want to add something important - when you do speak with an EDD representative (however you manage to reach them), specifically ask for a "Proof of Benefits Letter" rather than just payment verification. The Proof of Benefits letter includes: 1. EDD letterhead 2. Your claim information 3. Weekly benefit amount 4. Payment history with dates 5. Benefit year begin/end dates This is considered more official than the payment history screen printout. Make sure to explain it's for housing so they understand the urgency. Many representatives can email this document if you explain the situation.

When I needed proof for my apartment last year, I took a different approach. I downloaded my Money Network transaction history for 3 months, printed my UI Online payment history page, and then wrote a simple cover letter explaining the documents and added my claim number and contact info. My apartment manager accepted this package, especially when I explained that EDD doesn't provide traditional pay stubs. Sometimes packaging everything professionally with a cover letter makes a difference!

Did you ever resolve this? I'm in the same boat now and my complex is being super strict about their documentation requirements.

Just wanted to follow up on this thread - for anyone finding this in the future. Another option is to visit an America's Job Center of California (AJCC) location in person. They sometimes can help generate benefit verification letters on the spot. You can find your nearest location on the EDD website under 'Office Locator'. Bring your ID and all your claim information with you.

I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago when applying for a rental. What finally worked for me was getting my tax documents from the previous year that showed my unemployment income reported on my 1099-G form. Most landlords accept tax documents as official proof of income, and the 1099-G specifically shows your EDD benefits received. You can access your 1099-G through your UI Online account under "Forms" or request a copy through the EDD website. If you need current year documentation and haven't received your 1099-G yet, you can also request a "Wage and Tax Statement" which shows your year-to-date benefits. This might be faster than waiting for the verification letter, especially if your landlord accepts tax documentation as proof of income!

I just went through this same headache last month! What ended up working for me was a combination approach. I called EDD using the 8339 trick (call at exactly 8:01 AM and press 1-3-4 immediately when the menu starts) and got through in about 45 minutes. The rep was super helpful once I explained it was for housing - she emailed me a "Statement of Benefits Paid" within 2 hours that had the official EDD letterhead and showed my weekly benefit amounts with dates. While waiting for that, I also printed out my Money Network statements and highlighted all the EDD deposits, then attached a simple letter explaining that California EDD uses direct deposit cards instead of paper checks. My property manager actually said this looked more official than some of the other unemployment docs they'd seen from other states. Pro tip: if your leasing office is being difficult, ask to speak with the property manager directly and explain that California's system works differently than traditional paystubs. Most reasonable landlords understand once you explain the process. Good luck!

Another option that worked for me when I was in a similar situation - you can also request an "Award Letter" through UI Online which shows your approved weekly benefit amount and claim dates. It's different from the payment verification letter and sometimes processes faster. Go to UI Online > History > View and Print History > Select "Award Letter" from the dropdown. This document has EDD branding and shows your eligibility determination which many landlords accept as official documentation. Also, if you're really pressed for time, try calling the EDD disability insurance number instead of the regular UI line - sometimes they can transfer you to the right department and the wait times are shorter. The number is 1-800-480-3287. Just explain you need to be transferred to unemployment for urgent benefit verification. Hope this helps! The award letter saved me when I was applying for my current place and couldn't wait for the standard verification process.

One more option that saved me when I was in a time crunch - if you have a local EDD office that's still open to the public, you can sometimes walk in and request immediate documentation. I know many offices closed or went appointment-only during COVID, but some have reopened for urgent situations like housing verification. Call your local office first to see if they can help same-day. Also, try logging into your UI Online account and looking under "Inbox" - sometimes EDD sends automatic benefit statements there that you might have missed. These often have more official formatting than the basic payment history page. If all else fails and your landlord is being super picky, you could also get a notarized affidavit from a CPA or tax preparer confirming your unemployment income based on your UI Online records. It's not ideal but some property managers will accept third-party professional verification when government agencies are slow to respond. Costs about $50 but might save your apartment application!

I just want to add that if you're dealing with a large apartment complex or management company, sometimes escalating to their corporate office can help. I had a similar issue where the local leasing office was being super rigid about documentation requirements, but when I called their corporate headquarters and explained that California's EDD system doesn't work like traditional paystubs, they sent down instructions to accept the UI Online payment history plus Money Network statements. Also, don't forget that many apartments will accept a guarantor or co-signer if you're having documentation issues. Sometimes it's faster to add a family member as a guarantor than to wait weeks for EDD to process verification requests. Just another backup option if you're running out of time on your application!

Hey everyone! I just wanted to jump in with another option that worked for me recently. If you have access to a printer, try going to UI Online and looking for the "Benefit Payment Details" section (it might be under a different menu depending on when you're reading this). Sometimes there's a "Print Summary" or "Generate Report" button that creates a more official-looking document than just screenshotting the payment history page. Also, I've had success explaining to landlords that EDD switched to the Money Network card system specifically to make payments faster and more secure, so there literally aren't traditional paper stubs anymore. Most reasonable property managers understand when you explain it's a modernized government system, not just some random payment method. If you're still stuck, try reaching out to your local state assembly member's office - they sometimes have staff who can help expedite EDD requests for constituents dealing with housing issues. It's a long shot but I've heard success stories! Good luck with your apartment application!