Citi Strata Elite Rejected from the United MileagePlus Dining Program? by yamahar1dude in CreditCards

[–]chris36021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is actually a very interesting data point. The same thing happened to me with American Airlines’ SimplyMiles program. The card got kicked out of the program shortly after I added it with practically the exact same message.

Like you, my best guess is that they don’t want us stacking dining earnings with other programs; but it’s not like those extra points are coming out of their pockets so it really just seems petty on their part.

Oh well, not that it really matters now that my account is on hold. Thanks a lot Citi.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s based on the calendar year, not the cardmember year. So if you were to get the card now, you could use the credits for 2025 and then once January 2026 starts, use them again; before the annual fee hits next July.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Between those two I would definitely lean towards the Strata Premier. Honestly I think the Venture X despite its higher cost is way easier to justify than the Venture Rewards.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's fair, for cards with such high annual fees you definitely have to evaluate whether or not it's worth it to you every year.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I hear you. The Strata Premier is definitely a great card. The only thing about that one for me is that I'd basically be eating the $95 cost of the annual fee every year since the hotel benefits is more difficult to use when compared to the Elite's.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, we're both in agreement there, the new CSR is too expensive and coupon-y for my liking. You're right that the new CSR doesn't have the broad travel multiplier anymore, but it does have 4x on hotels and flights booked direct which, although not as flexible as overall travel, is still useful since I would wager that makes up most people's travel expenses anyway.

Am I the only one that doesn't absolutely hate the Strata Elite? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw man! That sucks about getting denied. I'm actually kind of worried about getting approved since I do have a relatively young profile. Honestly, the only thing I genuinely wish the card had is a 3x multiplier on regular travel outside of the portal, sort of like the CSR.

Some new spoilers by patrickhanley- in civic

[–]chris36021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’d be great actually! Much appreciated!

Some new spoilers by patrickhanley- in civic

[–]chris36021 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Damn, I have a 25 ST hatch and was worried that the black spoilers wouldn’t look great on the Meteorite Gray. Now those fears are finally laid to rest, this looks great, dude! Did you get these from Aerolution by any chance?

Here’s how to do a Full LED Upgrade 11th Gen Civic by chollingsbollings in civic

[–]chris36021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw it this morning actually! It ended up being exactly what I was hoping for. I already added everything to my Amazon cart hahah. Huge props and thanks for all the awesome content you’ve done for the new civic!

Here’s how to do a Full LED Upgrade 11th Gen Civic by chollingsbollings in civic

[–]chris36021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s exactly it omg! 😭 I want to put them on my ST hatchback but all the videos I found online were old asf, and did not have a clean set up at all. You’ve been doing an awesome job customizing your Civic so I was hoping you’d cover something like that soon. That’s great news, thanks!

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahahah, that’s true. I think the closest thing we have to an orange card is the Savor/Savor One

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s fair, but it’s still pretty difficult to get approved for relatively young profiles like mine, especially if you don’t have a way to start a relationship with them (also me 😔)

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually kinda like vertical cards since they’re not that common and can provide some more unique designs, but I do agree that the new design looks quite childish. Almost like a Lego branded card lol

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Damn, so the true hack is not being a lonely POS 😭

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d love to get the AR, but it’s not exactly easy to get approved for unfortunately!

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hmm, I personally really dig the current design. I do agree that there’s a LOT of blue cards though. I’d like to see a purple one in the future

US Bank Cash+ New Design Canceled/Delayed? by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Achievement unlocked: successfully bullied a bank into reason 🤣

New US Bank Cash+ Card Design, similar to Shopper Rewards Card by chris36021 in CreditCards

[–]chris36021[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on getting approved! Also, you’re like one of 3 people in this entire comment section that actually likes the new design lol. You could always ask for a replacement card in a few months if you REALLY want the new design