Author: Lauren Bennett

Lauren Bennett is a core contributing expert to the MoneyPantry team, specializing in practical financial strategies for everyday life. Below you will find all the articles she has authored for our site.

With over a decade of experience in the personal finance space, she writes detailed, actionable guides on mastering a budget, navigating the world of frugal living, and launching effective side hustles.

Lauren shares MoneyPantry’s core belief that financial advice is only useful if it’s clear, easy to understand, and grounded in real-world experience. Her work perfectly embodies our mission to demystify personal finance for everyone.

To maintain our high standards, every article by Lauren is personally reviewed and fact-checked by our founder, Saeed Darabi, ensuring the advice is always accurate, trusted, and aligned with our values.

To learn more about our editorial process and the full story behind MoneyPantry, please visit our main About Page.

33 Ways to Save Money on Entertainment (& Still Have Fun!)

You don't have to give up fun to save money on entertainment and recreation; as a lot of money saving tips you read may suggest. When you’re on a ... - Continue -

Target Circle Card Review 2025: 5% Discount and No Annual Fee!

Update: Target corporation announced that they've changed the name from Target RedCard to Target Circle Card. However, everything else, including ... - Continue -

These 25 Universities Pay You to Participate in Paid Research Studies (Near You!)

Would you like to get paid while helping researchers make important discoveries? Well, with paid research studies you can. There are many ... - Continue -

Biggest List of Senior Discounts 2025(Restaurants, Travel, Grocery Stores & More)

Want to save money on everything from eating at restaurants to shopping at grocery stores? Well, with these senior discounts you can! Below, we ... - Continue -

10 Reasons the Krazy Coupon Lady is a Must Read for Couponing (& Big Savings!)

I love The Krazy Coupon Lady! Here at Money Pantry, you’ll find posts on everything from the best sites to find coupons and using apps to save ... - Continue -

19 Smart Ways to Save Money on Trash Bags (& Earn Cashback)

Garbage bags! The only thing we buy with the intention of throwing it away! Think about it, what else do you buy just so you can throw it ... - Continue -

Target Cartwheel Review: Here’s How it Really Works…

Update: Target Cartwheel has been replaced with Target Circle Rewards program! I love Target! That's why I wanted to do a review of Target ... - Continue -

Dietbet Review: Scam or a Legit Way to Earn Money by Losing Weight?

Can you really get paid to lose weight? We're gonna find out in this review of DietBet app. Even though we all know that exercising and eating ... - Continue -

15 Best Price Comparison Apps (for Online & In-store Shopping!)

You should always compare prices when shopping! Ever seen an item you’ve just bought in another store for a much lower price? It’s annoying when ... - Continue -