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Daily Mail
04-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Simple money hack could save you hundreds of dollars over July 4th weekend
Gen Z-ers are spilling the tea on why purchasing items with cash helps save money. The simple money hack that's been sweeping social media for the last couple of years has been intensifying recently as young Americans grapple with rising costs. Australian influencer Matt Hey has been an advocate for paying with cash and keeping credit cards in wallets. He revealed in a TikTok video that using cash for recreational purposes makes him have a 'more conscious decision' into what he purchases. Before learning the trick, he would go over his $100 weekly budget because he did not think about what he was purchasing. Now, he pulls the money out of an ATM and typically has funds leftover to put into his savings. Another trick is to opt out of tap-to-pay, according to financial planner Nadia Vanderhall. By going cash-only, anyone celebrating the 4th of July will have a better chance of tracking their payments and eliminating the temptation for impulse buys. 'You decide how much you want to spend for the weekend, pull that amount in cash on Friday, and that's all you allow yourself to use through Sunday,' she told Bustle this week. Big spenders can try out the trick any time they'd like, all they need is a debit card and a way to withdraw money. Besides controlling overspending habits, it can also help save money on food or other things, which helps 'create real awareness.' Before giving it a go, cardholders are advised to check their bank balance, plan out the week ahead, and withdraw enough money to cover fees without going overboard. 'A lot of folks budget their fixed costs, but forget about the spontaneous "I deserve it" spending that tends to happen on the weekend,' Vanderhall explained. 'This approach helps you feel your spending in real time, keep your non-bill budget in check, and make more intentional choices — all without killing your fun.' Another money trend known as the 'treat yourself tax' can help Americans control spending as it requires matching the cost of impulse buys to a savings deposit. Americans can also turn to the '1 percent rule' to control over spending, and consider using the 'one-tenth rule' when purchasing a car. Hundreds of Reddit users have already said that they would choose cash over cards any time they entered a bar. Tap-to-pay using apps like Apple Pay and Google Pay is a common payment method for Gen Z 'I've never once opened a tab at a bar. It honestly seems like such a weird and unusual thing to do to me, paying every time you go to the bar just makes way more sense,' a Gen Z Reddit member wrote. 'This is why cash is king. Don't need to worry about leaving your card at the bar,' a bargoer responded. 'Packed college town bar/crowded bar mid bar hop? Pay every time,' a commenter admitted. 'In countries that aren't stupid, you pay for every drink as you get it and that's that,' another person wrote. Others believe cash-only payment methods at bars are 'unreasonable' and make it 'extremely difficult' for bartenders. 'It creates a huge amount of pointless work for servers and bartenders, with the exact same outcome for you,' a Reddit user insisted. 'It's also massively inconsiderate and entitled.' 'This is an a** move on the customer part. You keep it open and close when you leave,' another person wrote regarding bar tabs.
Daily Mail
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Allen's surprises shoppers with major announcement: 'OMG I need it'
Australian confectionery brand Allen's has surprised fans by releasing a new treat. Shoppers can now get their hands on the Allen's 'Ripperz Remix' - a new twist that blends the iconic Red Ripperz with apple and grape flavours The new lollies have hit shelves at all major supermarkets for $5. Many have expressed their excitement over the new treats, with one saying: 'OMG I need to hunt these down.' 'Wow! Very keen to try,' another shared. Nestlé Head of Marketing Confectionery Shannon Wright said: 'Allen's cult classics are cherished by Aussies, so we're bringing a fresh, flavourful and chewy 'remix' to our beloved Ripperz. 'We think Aussies are going to love this fresh new take with its delicious apple and grape flavours.' Comedian Matt Hey shared his approval of the new flavour combo, saying: 'These new flavours are serving remix realness, and I'm here for it. 'I've always loved the classic raspberry flavour - especially that chewy, juicy goodness - so I can't wait for Aussies to get their hands on juicy Apple and intense Grape.' About 31 per cent of Allen's fans prefer chewy lollies, making the latest product the perfect way to satisfy those wanting a long-lasting chew. Earlier this year Allen's decided to change the most controversial confection in its iconic Snakes Alive mix, which sent shockwaves through the lolly-loving community. Sweet-toothed Aussies have spent years turning their nose up at the orange snake, which is widely regarded as the least popular flavour in the bag. But the biggest scandal came when comedian and self-proclaimed lolly aficionado Tanya Hennessey exposed a shocking truth - the orange snake wasn't even orange-flavoured at all, it was apricot. After wide-spread outrage, Allen's has finally revealed the new flavour: passionfruit. It will join the roster of strawberry, blackberry, lemon, and pineapple flavours.
Perth Now
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Influencers sport iconic Aussie uniform at Coachella
Two Aussie influencers have stepped out at weekend two of Coachella sporting a very different kind of festival look — a Bunnings uniform. Fayt the Label founder Brittney Saunders and comedian Matt Hey revealed the unmistakable green and red ensemble in a get ready video posted to Instagram. The long-term friends — who host the High Scrollers podcast together — were unsure if the unconventional outfit choice would land with American festival-goers. 'Overall feeling great, but don't know if this is going to be even funny,' Saunders said as the pair posed in their branded red polo shirts, dark green aprons and brimmed hats. 'Hopefully all the Aussies will spot us because everyone is else is going to be like do they actually work here or something?' But fellow Aussies praised the duo's take on the festival fit, labelling it an 'iconic' move. 'This is hilarious and iconic at the same time!! You guys are absolute legends, good on ya!' one follower said. 'This wins best Coachella outfit,' another declared. The pair even won-over the hardware giant: 'ICONIC,' Bunnings Warehouse commented. Music greats including Lady Gaga, Green Day, Travis Scott, and Post Malone headlined the annual festival's second weekend.
