TWC: No reply for 3 months, about to be evicted. How to get benefits ASAP?

I found a way to solve unemployment benefits processing delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2We9nKUgZsk

Man, I feel you. I was in the same boat last year. It's freakin ridiculous how hard it is to get ahold of someone at the unemployment office. Have you tried calling right when they open? That's what finally worked for me.

I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U

Have you tried reaching out to your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things through faster.

Ugh, the unemployment system is such a joke. I've been waiting 5 months for my appeal to go through. Good luck, OP. 🤞

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call exactly at 8:01 AM when they open 2. If you get a busy signal, hang up and immediately redial 3. Keep doing this for at least an hour 4. If you get through, DO NOT hang up no matter what 5. Be super nice to the rep when you finally talk to someone It took me about a week of trying this method before I got through. Also, make sure you have all your documents ready when you call. Good luck!

idk man, have you tried sacrificing a goat to the unemployment gods? 🐐🔪 Might work better than actually calling them lmao

This is why we need a complete overhaul of the unemployment system. It's not equipped to handle crises like this pandemic. We should be writing to our representatives and demanding change.

Hey OP, if you're facing eviction, look into emergency rental assistance programs in your area. Many cities and counties have funds available to help people in your situation. It might buy you some time while you sort out the unemployment issue.

Pro tip: if you get through to ANYONE at the unemployment office, even if its not the right department, ask them to transfer you. Sometimes that's the only way to get to the right person.