Zero claim balance but still getting weeks to certify - should I keep certifying or wait until Dec?

keep certifying!! Even tho ur balance is 0 you should always certify when u can. the system might be getting ready to file a new extention for u or something

You should absolutely continue certifying for any weeks the system allows you to. Even with a zero balance, certifying maintains your claim history and shows continuous eligibility. If you're approaching the end of your benefit year (typically 12 months from when you first filed), you'll need to file a new claim after that year ends. December 1st might be your benefit year end date. If you stop certifying, you'll break the continuity of your claim and potentially create problems with any future benefits. The system allowing certification despite zero balance is normal - it's essentially documenting that you're still unemployed and eligible, even if there are no funds to distribute currently.

The others are correct - continue certifying. Here's what's likely happening: Either (1) you're nearing your benefit year end date (sounds like Dec 1 based on your post) and will need to file a new claim then, or (2) the system is preparing to transition you to a Fed-Ed extension if you qualify based on your work history and current unemployment rate. If December 1 is your benefit year end date, you'll get a notice from EDD about filing a new claim. Until then, certify for every available week to maintain your claim history. When your benefit year ends, you'll need to file a completely new claim - it doesn't automatically renew.

I had same problem last month!!! Sooo confusing! My balance hit 0 but system kept letting me certify for like 3 more weeks. I called EDD and after 2 DAYS of trying i finally got through to someone who said its just how the system works and i should keep certifying to maintain my claim status even though i wont get paid for those weeks. Something about keeping my record active?

December 1st is probably your benefit year end date. I went through this last year. You HAVE to keep certifying even with 0 balance to maintain your claim. When Dec 1 comes, you'll need to file a completely new claim - it's not automatic. There will be a link in your UI Online account to file a new claim. Just be prepared for a 2-3 week gap in payments while they process your new claim.

EDD IS JUST TRYING TO TRICK PEOPLE!!! They make you certify even though they know your balance is ZERO and you won't get paid! Then when you don't certify because what's the point, they use it against you later when you try to reapply! It's all a TRAP to reduce their payment obligations. The whole system is designed to be confusing on purpose!!