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my sister just got laid off last week how long did it take u to get approved??
It took about 2 weeks for my initial approval, but I didn't have any issues with my claim. Tell her to make sure she does her weekly certifications even while waiting for approval!
The whole system is DESIGNED to be confusing so people give up!!! I had 3 different payment dates last month and they all came on different days after. NO CONSISTENCY WHATSOEVER!
While there can definitely be frustrating delays, the payment date in the system plus one business day is generally reliable for Money Network cards. If you're seeing major inconsistencies, it might be worth checking if there were any partial payments or other issues affecting your claim.
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THE RIGHT WAY is to KEEP FILING until you ACTUALLY START WORKING, then on that week's claim check YES that you returned to work! Do NOT just stop filing or they might think you're still eligible and then hit you with an overpayment later!!! The UC system is a MESS and they will find a way to make YOU pay for their mistakes!!!
omg calm down with the caps lol but yea that makes sense
Thank you everyone for the helpful responses! I'm going to continue filing my weekly claims until I actually start my new job. Then on that certification, I'll indicate that I've returned to full-time work. Seems like this is the proper way to handle it and will avoid any potential issues if I ever need to file again in the future.
Perfect plan. And congratulations again on the new job!
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btw my buddy in cdl school said he had to get some special form from his school every week to prove he was still in training. forget what its called but make sure u ask about that too
That's the UC-1599 Training Information form, but it doesn't need to be submitted weekly. It's typically only needed once when you start the program, and possibly again if your training end date changes. Weekly claims still need to be filed though.
Update: I talked to my WIOA counselor and she was super helpful! Turns out this happens all the time. She's giving me a letter confirming my training program is approved and helping me with the appeal. She also suggested I try calling UC directly to speed things up since sometimes they can fix it right away once they see you're in approved training. Will keep you all posted on what happens. Thanks for all the advice!
Great! Hope it works out for you. My brother went through the CDL program last year and is making good money now. Stick with it!
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One more thing - when you get the card, be sure to set up the Money Network mobile app. It makes it much easier to transfer funds to your bank account (which is what most people do with that first payment). The app is way more user-friendly than their website. And remember to keep the card even after you transfer the money, as you might need it again if there are ever any issues with your direct deposit.
Great tip about the app! I'll definitely download it when the card arrives. Do you know if there are any fees for transferring the money to my bank account?
There's no fee for transferring to your bank account, but it takes 2-3 business days. They do charge fees for ATM withdrawals after your first free withdrawal each month. The app will show you all the fee details. Just be aware that some people have had issues with the transfers taking longer than expected, so don't count on having the money immediately available.
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Just to clarify a bit more about the 'determination vacated' status - this usually happens in one of three scenarios: 1. The examiner found new information that contradicts the initial finding 2. There was a procedural error in how your claim was processed 3. Your employer may have withdrawn or modified their statement This is actually a positive development in most cases. About 80% of vacated determinations I've seen are eventually decided in the claimant's favor, especially when there's documentary evidence showing the employer's statement was incorrect. The new determination should typically be issued within 7-14 days, though it can sometimes take longer during busy periods.
This is so helpful - thank you! I was wondering what might have triggered the vacated determination. I did upload my termination letter to the portal after I got the denial, so maybe that's what caused them to take another look. I'll watch for the new determination letter. Really appreciate the detailed explanation!
Idk if this helps but my cousin had the same thing happen and it turns out somebody at unemployment made a mistake inputting info. They fixed it and she got approved after the vacated thing. Good luck!!
This is a common occurrence. The initial claim processing is often done with automated systems or by less experienced examiners. When discrepancies are spotted during quality control reviews, they'll vacate determinations rather than process formal appeals. It's actually more efficient for everyone.
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my account updated first then money came like 2 days later
Thanks for letting me know! I'll keep checking my account online.
One more thing - make sure your payment method is set up correctly in the system. If you've never received a payment before, you'll need to verify that your Money Network card information is properly linked to your claim. Sometimes after appeals, this connection needs to be refreshed in their system. You can check this under the payment information section of your online account.
That's a great point - I've never actually received a payment yet since I was denied from the beginning. I do have the Money Network card they sent me though. I'll double check all that information is correct in my account. Thank you!
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My cousin used that Claimyr thing someone mentioned above and said it actually worked! She had a different issue with her claim but couldn't get thru for weeks then paid for that service and got connected to someone in like an hour. might be worth it if ur really desperate!
Yes, Claimyr really does work. I was skeptical too, but after 2 weeks of busy signals, I tried it and got through to an agent who helped resolve my RESEA issue. Just make sure you have all your claim information ready when you call.
My two cents: RESEA is actually really helpful if you give it a chance. The workshops helped me update my resume and I found a job within 3 weeks after completing them. But to answer your question - once you missed both deadlines, you'll likely need to wait for a claims examiner review which is running about 20-25 days right now. Call early (7:59am) and keep trying.
That's actually good to hear about the workshops themselves. I wasn't trying to skip them on purpose - just dropped the ball with scheduling. I'm going to try calling right at 8am tomorrow and see if I can get through.
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To answer your follow-up question about seeing your waiting week in the portal: Log into your PA UC dashboard, go to "Claim Status" and then "Payment History." Your waiting week should be listed with a status of "Waiting Week" or "W/W" instead of showing a payment amount. And yes, you MUST file a weekly certification for your waiting week even though you won't receive payment for it. If you don't certify for the waiting week, it can delay your future payments.
Thank you! I just checked and you're right - it shows W/W for the week ending 1/11/25. I guess I was confused because when I filed on 1/2, the system told me I'd completed my first weekly certification, but that wasn't technically my waiting week. PA UC terminology is so confusing sometimes.
Just an additional tip - make sure you're fulfilling the work search requirements during your waiting week too! You need to complete and document at least two work search activities each week, including the waiting week. A lot of people miss this and it can cause problems later.
Oh! I didn't even think about that. I'm going to go back and make sure I documented my job applications for that week. Thanks for the heads up - there are so many little requirements to keep track of.
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This is a good reminder for everyone that when your claim status changes unexpectedly, reaching an actual representative should be your top priority. System glitches happen fairly regularly with PA UC, especially with multiple separation situations. For anyone else in a similar situation, keep these points in mind: 1. Always document any changes to your employment status immediately 2. Continue filing weekly claims without interruption 3. If your status says "under review" for more than 2 weeks, be proactive about reaching a representative 4. Keep copies of all communications with employers regarding scheduling, hiring agreements, or separation 5. If possible, get something in writing from the employer about your separation reason Glad to hear you're making progress with your claim!
Thank you for all this information! One question - should I call my former restaurant manager and ask for something in writing about why I'm no longer working there? Or would that potentially make things worse?
I wouldn't recommend contacting the restaurant manager directly at this point. Since you already have text messages documenting your availability conflicts, focus on those. Additional contact might just complicate things or even antagonize the employer. Let the UC process work now that you've completed the information request form. The texts you have should be sufficient evidence for your case.
That makes sense. I'll hold off on contacting them and just focus on the UC process now that it's moving forward. Really appreciate everyone's help and advice!
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my brother got his money like 2 days after calling his state rep last month so maybe ur rep just sucks?? try calling a different rep maybe?
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Darcy Moore
•THIS!!! Some state reps have better connections at UC than others. My first rep did NOTHING but when I called a rep from a neighboring district they fixed it in DAYS!!!
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Amun-Ra Azra
Just coming back to check - any updates on your situation? Did contacting your rep again with the hardship language help?
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Payton Black
•YES! Finally got a breakthrough! I called my rep again yesterday using the exact "financial hardship" language suggested here, and uploaded my late rent notice. Got a call this morning from an actual examiner who went through my 1099 info with me. She said my claim should be processed within 48 hours. I'm not celebrating until I see the money, but this is the first real progress in 7 weeks. Will update when/if the payment hits my account!
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