Tips for filing unemployment claim? What to have ready before calling EDD?
Hey everyone, I'm about to file for unemployment and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Does anyone have any tips on what I should have ready before I make the call? I want to make sure I'm prepared and don't waste time once I finally get through to someone.
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Emily Parker
I just went through this process last month. Here's what you need to have ready: • Your Social Security number • Driver's license or state ID • Employment history for the last 18 months (employer names and addresses) • Reason why you're no longer working Make sure you have all this info handy before you call. It'll make the process go much smoother. Good luck!
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Justin Evans
•Thank you so much! This is exactly what I needed. Did they ask you anything else that caught you off guard?
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Emily Parker
•Glad I could help! They did ask about any severance pay or vacation payout, so have that info ready if it applies to you. Also, be prepared to answer questions about your availability to work.
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Ezra Collins
•dont forget to have your bank info ready for direct deposit. Makes getting paid way easier!
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Victoria Scott
ugh good luck getting through to anyone. I've been trying for weeks and keep getting disconnected 😤
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Benjamin Johnson
•Same here. The system is so broken, it's ridiculous. 🤦♂️
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Zara Perez
•I found a way to get through! There's this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that calls for you, waits on hold, and then connects you when a real person picks up. It costs $20 but it saved me hours of frustration. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
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Daniel Rogers
•Wait, seriously? Is that even legit? Sounds too good to be true.
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Zara Perez
•I was skeptical too, but it worked for me. Saved my sanity after trying to get through for days. Worth every penny imo.
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Aaliyah Reed
Pro tip: call right when they open in the morning. You'll have a better chance of getting through before the lines get jammed.
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Ella Russell
make sure u have a pen and paper ready to write down any important info they give u. I forgot half the stuff they told me and had to call back 🤦♀️
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Mohammed Khan
•This! 💯 Also, ask them to repeat anything you don't understand. Better to get it right the first time.
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Gavin King
Anyone else feel like they're playing the lottery trying to get through to these people? 🎰🤡
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Nathan Kim
•LOL for real. I think I have a better chance of winning the actual lottery at this point 😂
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Eleanor Foster
•Its a joke. The whole system needs an overhaul.
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Lucas Turner
Hey OP, just remember to stay calm and patient when you finally get through. The person on the other end is probably dealing with a ton of calls. Being nice can go a long way!
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Justin Evans
•Thats a good point. I'll try to keep that in mind, even if I'm frustrated. Thanks for the reminder!
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Kai Rivera
Does anyone know if they're still doing those extra federal benefits? I heard those might have ended.
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Anna Stewart
•Pretty sure those ended a while back. Now it's just the regular state benefits.
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Layla Sanders
•Yep, the extra $300 is long gone. Back to the bare minimum now 😒
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Morgan Washington
I filed online and it was way easier than calling. Might wanna try that first if you haven't already.
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Justin Evans
•Oh, I didn't even realize that was an option. I'll definitely look into that. Thanks!
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Kaylee Cook
•Online is hit or miss. I tried and got stuck, ended up having to call anyway. But worth a shot I guess.
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Oliver Alexander
whatever you do, dont give up! It took me 3 weeks of trying but I finally got through and got my claim sorted. Stay strong! 💪
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