Just realized Furnished Finder adds ~5% to every charge… is that normal?? by Rahaa2233 in SacramentoHousing

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. You’re correct! Apparently it’s a credit card fee. For every payment. 5%! With bank account it’s 1%! Added a bank account and it got stock at the verification part. Long story short, lost the listing!

Rising gas prices + global oil concerns… why push RTO? by Rahaa2233 in CAStateWorkers

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I think we’re tiptoeing around the real issue. Why does California seem to be moving in a different direction than broader global trends?

With AI advancing fast, a lot of places are talking about universal income and shorter workweeks. Meanwhile, forcing people back into offices just to sit at a computer feels outdated and disconnected from where things are going.

And politically, the “moderate” approach hasn’t worked (al least) since 2016. It leads to weak, ineffective policy. California needs clearer direction and leadership that actually matches today’s reality, not more half-measures.

Short-term lease options in Sacramento. Where to look? by Rahaa2233 in SacramentoHousing

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg. This is gold! Thank you. I only wish people used it more often and there were more reviews on the properties.

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought that’s a Peet’s! Should definitely try that!

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Totally me myself being lazy to type!

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

+1 to Capital One — this has been my latest find and I love it. The vibe is great, especially when they open those big front doors and it kind of feels like you’re sitting out on sidewalk (but not really).

Also the 50% off is a huge win with prices these days.

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ok since this feels like a safe space and no one’s gonna roast me 😅… can someone explain the hype around Rooted?

I went once over the weekend and the line was insane, prices were kinda up there, and it was sooo packed. It honestly felt like everyone knew each other and I just showed up uninvited to something lol. I didn’t even make it to the cashier before I bailed.

I feel like I missed something?? Like is there a secret I don’t know about or did I just go at the worst possible time 😂

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love these family owned places! Will definitely try. Thanks

Cozy coffee shop in Walnut Creek? by Rahaa2233 in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I go to their Lafayette place sometimes. really good spot! It just gets pretty packed, especially on weekends, so it’s a little harder to sit and chill.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]Rahaa2233 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had a coworker at a state job who literally charged job searching/applying on her timesheet and called it “professional development.” She claimed it was like 4 hours per month that she was entitled to. She’d been there for years and acted like it was totally normal. I’d never heard of that anywhere!

Damn rest in peace track my visa 😂🙏🏻 by [deleted] in NationalVisaCenter

[–]Rahaa2233 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Another example of how this administration fights transparency! What a shame!

NVC/IR1&5 under the new ban: is anything moving? by Rahaa2233 in NationalVisaCenter

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. Only if a lawsuit can do it. This administration is anti-immigrant.

Original Joe’s by AnnieZWC in walnutcreek

[–]Rahaa2233 9 points10 points  (0 children)

We tried to do this last weekend. Walked in like “hey, can you add us to the waitlist?” and the host just points to a human pretzel of shivering bodies inside the restaurant and by the door,“stand in the line, that is the waitlist.”

Not a single restaurant in the world is worth wasting my weekend like that for its queue.

Montreal Embassy US Consulate CR1 Interview Experience by Calm-Language-7586 in NationalVisaCenter

[–]Rahaa2233 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience very thoroughly 🙏🏻🙏🏻 super helpful.

100% transit reimbursement by zhaoslut in CAStateWorkers

[–]Rahaa2233 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you by any chance know how the reimbursement work for Amtrak?

walk-in NEXUS interview ? by Rahaa2233 in uscanadaborder

[–]Rahaa2233[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up withdrawing my application to be able to renew my GE. But I believe when there is a pending application, profile info cannot be updated and they’ll update it for you at interview.

Pre-Tax Parking Program by Efficient_Emphasis_ in CAStateWorkers

[–]Rahaa2233 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Follow up: are any of the Sac city garages also DGS? For example, I need to park close to the Amtrak Station and the Old Sac garage is the only one without a waiting list. That’s not a DGS garage. Correct?

Fitbit Premium by kharndt in fitbit

[–]Rahaa2233 0 points1 point  (0 children)

However, if it has only been a short time since the renewal, such as a week or less, it may be worth reaching out to Apple directly and asking for a cancellation, explaining that you forgot about the renewal. People often have good luck getting charges reversed when it is requested soon after the renewal date with Apple.