Need help switching from UI to SDI and requesting EDD wage investigation - any tips?

Ugh, been there done that. Switching from unemployment to SDI can be a real pain in the a**. First thing you gotta do is call them and explain the situation. Be prepared to wait on hold for like... forever tho 🙄

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting forever. 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

As for the wage investigation, make sure you have all your pay stubs and employment info ready. They'll probably ask for a ton of documentation. It can take a while, so be patient!

I switched from unemployment to SDI last year. Here's what I learned: 1. Document everything! Keep a record of all your calls, who you spoke to, and what they said. 2. Be persistent. Sometimes you get different answers from different reps. 3. Check your online account regularly for updates. 4. If you're having trouble getting through on the phone, try reaching out via social media. Sometimes they respond faster there. 5. For the wage investigation, gather all your pay stubs, W-2s, and any other proof of income. 6. Be prepared for it to take several weeks, maybe even months. Hope this helps! Good luck!

lol good luck getting anyone on the phone. EDD is a joke 🤡

Has anyone tried faxing their documents instead of mailing them? I heard it might be faster.

Just a heads up, if your switching from UI to SDI, make sure you dont have any outstanding weeks to certify for UI. It can mess up the whole process.

Anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the entire system? It's 2023 and we're still dealing with these archaic processes. SMH.

Quick question - does anyone know if switching from UI to SDI affects your claim amount? I'm worried I might get less money.