Made a small error reporting residual earnings on certification - $10 difference between net/gross

You're overthinking this way too much! EDD deals with ppl reporting thousands in unreported income. They arent gonna come after u for $10 lol. I'd just move on and report correctly next time if it were me.

Actually, while it's a small amount, it's best to report it correctly. You have three options: 1. Call EDD to report the error (yes, this can be frustrating and time-consuming) 2. Report the additional $10 on your next certification and explain in the comments 3. Submit a correction through UI Online if that option is available to you Option #2 is probably the most practical. Just make sure you note it clearly when you certify next time. Something like "Adding $10 from previous certification week ending [date] - reported net instead of gross earnings previously."

my cousin works at edd and says they dont even look at anything under $50 difference...just make sure u report properly going forward

I made THE EXACT SAME MISTAKE last year but with a much bigger difference (like $150). I spent DAYS trying to reach someone at EDD - constant busy signals, disconnects, the works. When I finally got through, the rep seemed annoyed that I'd called about something they considered minor and just noted it in my account. If you're determined to fix it, I recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an EDD agent without the endless redial nightmare. Their system gets you in the call queue so you don't have to keep redialing. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km But honestly, for $10? I'd just note it on your next certification and move on with life.

wait does everyone report gross? i been reporting what i actually get in my bank after taxes this whole time!!! now im worried

The technical answer is that you should always report gross earnings before any deductions when certifying for UI benefits. EDD's system cross-references with employer quarterly wage reports, which show gross wages. For a $10 discrepancy, the most efficient way to handle this is exactly what you suggested - add the $10 to your next certification and clearly explain in the comments section. Take a screenshot of your explanation for your records. If you receive any continued earnings from this employer, double-check your calculations going forward to make sure you're reporting the pre-tax amount. This small correction is unlikely to trigger any penalties as long as you address it promptly.

The EDD system is so confusing sometimes. Last year they sent me an overpayment notice for $4,500 because I made a similar mistake but with multiple weeks of reporting! Had to go through the whole appeal process and everything. Such a headache.

I think the most important thing here is your intention wasn't to defraud the system. You made an honest mistake that you're trying to correct. For such a small amount, adding it to your next certification with a clear explanation is reasonable. EDD is primarily concerned with intentional misrepresentation, not small calculation errors.