How to report returning to work on EDD UI Online to avoid overpayment?

Congrats on the new job! When you return to work, you just need to report your earnings on your bi-weekly certification. There's no separate "return to work" form. On your next certification, report your hours worked and wages earned for that week. If you earn more than your weekly benefit amount, you won't receive benefits for that week. After 2-3 weeks of reporting full-time wages, EDD will automatically stop your claim. Just keep certifying accurately until then.

same thing happened 2 me. just put ur income when u certify n they stop paying. thats it

DO NOT JUST STOP CERTIFYING!!!!!!! They'll keep your claim open and then months later hit you with MASSIVE OVERPAYMENT + PENALTIES when they find out you were working. The EDD system is DESIGNED to catch people this way. I know because my cousin stopped certifying when he got a job and 6 months later got a $8,900 bill from EDD including penalties. He had to set up a payment plan and everything. The whole system is broken!

You need to continue certifying for benefits every two weeks, even after returning to work. When you certify, you'll answer "Yes" to the question about whether you worked, and report your hours and wages accurately. Once you report full-time wages for 2-3 certification periods, EDD will automatically stop sending payments and eventually close your claim. If you earn more than your weekly benefit amount, you won't get paid for that week. But it's crucial to keep certifying until EDD stops your claim automatically. This creates a proper paper trail showing you reported your return to work. If you have trouble figuring out the certification process with your new job, you might want to try Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an EDD rep who can walk you through it. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km But honestly, most people don't need to call for this particular situation - just make sure you report your earnings accurately on each certification.

I reported going back to work last year and it was super easy. Just answer yes to the "did you work" question when certifying, enter your hours, and your gross earnings (before taxes). Don't wait for your first paycheck - report based on what you'll earn even if you haven't been paid yet. Keep certifying until they stop letting you. Good luck with the new job!

When I went back to work last year, I did have a question about how to report my earnings since my first paycheck wouldn't arrive until after the certification period. I tried calling EDD but couldn't get through for days. So here's what I learned after finally reaching someone: You report earnings for the week you WORKED, not when you got paid. So if you work Monday-Friday but don't get paid until the following Friday, you still report those earnings for the week you actually performed the work. Also, you report GROSS earnings (before taxes and deductions). And if you're not sure exactly what you'll earn, make your best estimate and report that amount.

wait i'm confused about something similar... i'm going back to work but only part time. do i still get some benefits if i'm making less than before?

lol i just got a job 2 weeks ago n been reporting my hours. its not hard just b honest

Another important tip: if your job offer letter states your compensation structure (hourly rate, salary, etc.), save a copy of it. If there's ever any confusion or an audit later, having documentation of when you started and what your pay was can be incredibly helpful. I learned this the hard way when I had a discrepancy with EDD about my return-to-work date. Having my offer letter with the start date made resolving it much easier.

I'm so happy these stupid certification questions are finally making sense now after reading everyone's answers! When I first started unemployment I was so confused by the whole system.

Congratulations on landing the job! I went through this exact situation about 8 months ago. The key thing is to keep certifying every two weeks and be completely honest about your work and earnings. When you certify, you'll see questions like "Did you work during the week of [date]?" - answer yes and fill in your hours and gross pay accurately. One thing that really helped me was taking screenshots of my certifications showing that I reported my work earnings. That way I had proof I was being transparent with EDD from day one. The system will automatically stop your benefits once you consistently report full-time wages, usually after 2-3 certification periods. Don't stress too much about it - just be honest and thorough with your reporting. The overpayment horror stories usually happen when people try to game the system or stop certifying without properly reporting their return to work. You're doing the right thing by asking these questions upfront!

Congratulations on the new job! Just wanted to add one more tip that helped me when I returned to work - make sure you understand exactly what counts as "gross earnings" for reporting purposes. This includes your base pay, any overtime, tips, commissions, bonuses, etc. But it doesn't include things like reimbursements for work expenses or employer contributions to benefits. Also, if you're starting on a Monday, you'll likely have earnings to report on your very next certification (since certification periods typically run Sunday to Saturday). Don't wait until you get your first paycheck - report the earnings for the actual work week even if you haven't been paid yet. The UI Online system is pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. Just take your time filling out the work and earnings section, and double-check your numbers before submitting. You've got this!

Congrats on the new job at the marketing firm! I just went through this same process a few months ago. The advice everyone's given here is spot on - definitely keep certifying and report your earnings honestly. One small thing that helped me was setting a phone reminder for certification days so I wouldn't forget, especially during that transition period when you're adjusting to your new work schedule. It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of starting a new job and accidentally miss a certification deadline. Also, don't be surprised if UI Online seems a bit slow to update your claim status even after you've been reporting full-time work for a few weeks. The system can take some time to process everything, but as long as you're reporting accurately, you're doing everything right. Best of luck with your new position!

Congrats on the new job! Just wanted to share my experience since I went through this exact same situation last year. The most important thing is to keep certifying every two weeks and accurately report ALL your work and earnings - even if you haven't received your first paycheck yet. When you certify, you'll answer yes to working and enter your hours and gross pay for each week you worked. The system will automatically calculate if you're still eligible for benefits that week. Once you consistently report full-time earnings that exceed your weekly benefit amount, EDD will stop payments and eventually close your claim. Whatever you do, don't just stop certifying without reporting your work! That's how people end up with overpayment issues later. The certification system is actually designed to handle return-to-work situations smoothly as long as you're honest about your earnings. Good luck with your new marketing job!

Just wanted to add my experience as someone who went through this transition twice in the past year. The first time I returned to work, I panicked and called EDD multiple times trying to reach someone to "officially" report my return to work. After hours on hold, I finally got through to a rep who basically told me exactly what everyone here is saying - just keep certifying and report your earnings accurately. The second time (different job), I followed that advice and it was so much smoother. I reported my work hours and gross pay on each bi-weekly certification, and after about 3 certification periods of reporting full-time wages, my claim automatically went inactive. No phone calls needed, no special forms - the system handled everything. One more tip: if you're worried about making mistakes on the certification, you can always review your answers before submitting. Take your time with the work and earnings questions, and don't hesitate to double-check your math. Better to spend an extra few minutes getting it right than dealing with corrections later. Congratulations on the new job and good luck!

Congratulations on the new marketing job! I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago and was just as confused at first. Everyone here has given you great advice - the key is to keep certifying every two weeks and report all your work hours and gross earnings accurately. One thing I wish someone had told me is that you should report your earnings even if your employer uses a different pay period than EDD's certification weeks. For example, if you get paid monthly but EDD wants weekly earnings, just divide your expected monthly salary by the number of weeks in that period. The important thing is being as accurate as possible with your estimates. Also, don't worry if the UI Online portal seems confusing at first when you're entering work information - there are helpful tooltips next to most questions that explain exactly what they're asking for. Just take your time and read everything carefully. The system really is designed to handle return-to-work situations smoothly as long as you're honest and thorough. Best of luck with your new position!

Congratulations on your new job! I just went through this same process about 3 months ago and was equally stressed about doing it wrong. The advice everyone has given here is absolutely correct - just keep certifying every two weeks and honestly report your work hours and gross earnings. One thing that really helped ease my anxiety was understanding that EDD's system is actually built to handle this transition smoothly. When you report full-time earnings that exceed your weekly benefit amount, you won't receive payment for that week, but you should still complete the certification. After 2-3 periods of reporting wages above your benefit amount, EDD will automatically stop your claim. I'd also recommend keeping a simple log of your work hours and earnings for the first few certification periods, just so you have everything organized when you're filling out the forms. It made me feel more confident that I was reporting everything accurately. Don't overthink it - the system is designed for people to return to work! As long as you're honest and consistent with your reporting, you'll be fine. Good luck with your new marketing position!

Huge congratulations on landing the marketing job after 4 months! That's such a relief, I can only imagine how stressful the unemployment period was. Everyone here has given you excellent advice - the main thing is to absolutely keep certifying every two weeks and report your work hours and gross earnings honestly. Don't stop certifying! That's where people get into trouble with overpayments. One quick tip I haven't seen mentioned yet: when you're reporting your earnings, make sure you're clear on what week you're reporting for. The certification periods run Sunday to Saturday, so if you start work on a Monday, you'll need to figure out which certification period that falls into. The UI Online system will show you the exact date ranges for each week when you're certifying. Also, save yourself the headache of trying to call EDD - the certification system really is the official way to report your return to work. As long as you keep certifying accurately, the system will handle everything automatically once you're consistently earning above your weekly benefit amount. Best of luck with your first day on Monday! You've got this!

Congratulations on landing the job! I just went through this exact situation about 2 months ago and can totally relate to your stress about doing it right. Everyone's advice here is spot-on - keep certifying every two weeks and report your work accurately. One thing that really helped me was understanding that you report earnings for the week you actually worked, not when you get paid. So even if your first paycheck doesn't arrive for a couple weeks, you still need to report those earnings on the certification covering the weeks you worked. Also, don't panic if you see your benefit amount reduce to zero after reporting full-time wages - that's exactly what's supposed to happen! The system will eventually stop your claim automatically after a few certification periods of reporting wages above your weekly benefit amount. I was so worried about overpayments too, but as long as you're honest and thorough with reporting, you'll be fine. The overpayment horror stories usually happen when people try to hide their work or just stop certifying altogether. Keep good records of what you report, and you'll have no issues. Good luck with the new marketing position - what an exciting fresh start after those tough 4 months!

Congratulations on landing the marketing job! What an amazing feeling after 4 months of searching. I went through this exact same situation last year and had the same worries about overpayments. Here's what worked for me: Keep certifying every two weeks like normal, but when you get to the work questions, answer "Yes" that you worked and report your hours and gross earnings accurately. Even if you haven't gotten your first paycheck yet, estimate your earnings based on your hourly rate or salary for the weeks you actually worked. The system will automatically reduce or stop your benefits once you consistently report full-time wages. After about 2-3 certification periods of reporting earnings above your weekly benefit amount, EDD will stop sending payments and eventually close your claim. Whatever you do, don't just stop certifying! That's how people end up with overpayment issues months later. The certification process IS how you officially report your return to work - there's no separate form needed. One last tip: take screenshots of your certifications showing that you reported your work earnings. That way you have proof you were transparent from day one. Good luck with your first day on Monday - you've got this!

Congratulations on your new job! I can definitely understand the stress about wanting to handle the EDD reporting correctly. I went through this same situation about a year ago and was equally worried about accidentally creating an overpayment issue. The advice everyone has given here is absolutely correct - the key is to continue certifying every two weeks and honestly report your work hours and gross earnings. When you certify and answer "yes" to working, make sure to include ALL earnings for that week, even if you haven't received your paycheck yet. One thing that really helped me was setting up a simple spreadsheet to track my work hours and expected earnings for each certification period. This way when it came time to certify, I had everything organized and could double-check my numbers before submitting. Also, don't be surprised if it takes a few weeks for EDD to fully process your return-to-work status. The system can be a bit slow to update, but as long as you're consistently reporting your full-time wages, everything will work out automatically. The most important thing is that you're being proactive and asking these questions upfront rather than just winging it! Best of luck with your first day at the marketing firm - that's such exciting news after months of job searching!