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.

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Free Check Cashing: 8 Places to Cash a Check Free!

"Where can I cash a check for free?" You probably have asked this question once or twice after seeing how much in fees you have to pay to cash a ... - Continue -

EBT Card Deposit Schedule by State in 2025: Find Your Exact Day!

If you're asking, "what time does EBT deposit?" it probably means you're waiting for your monthly benefits from either the Supplemental Nutrition ... - Continue -

Instacart Review: Is Instacart Grocery Delivery Worth it in 2025?

Ordering groceries online can be a whole lot easier than heading out to the store. That’s why more and more people are opting for it. One of the most ... - Continue -

41 Best Places to Buy Amazon Gift Cards (Some at a Discount!)

Amazon gift cards make great presents for birthdays, holidays, and plenty of other special occasions. While there are other sites like Amazon, ... - Continue -

46 Stores Like Ross (Including T.J. Maxx, Marshalls & Burlington)

When it comes to cheap clothing stores, while there are many stores like Ross Dress for Less, Ross is one of the most popular ones where you can find ... - Continue -

Best 24 Hour Pharmacies Near Me (& Pharmacies that are Open Late!)

If you need to get prescriptions and over-the-counter medications at a late hour, you’ll want to know which pharmacies are open 24 hours. There are a ... - Continue -

15 Best Places to Buy Scrubs Near Me or Online (Cheap!)

There are lots of places to buy scrubs with many retailers like Walmart, Allheart, and Target providing them from a range of brands. Some retailers ... - Continue -

How Much Does Dry Cleaning Cost? Average Prices by Garment (2025)

Wondering how much dry cleaning costs? Not everyone has the time to wash their clothes. So dry cleaning can be a more convenient option. Also, not ... - Continue -

90 Similar Stores Like Walmart with Low Prices

While there are many stores like Walmart, Walmart is the world’s largest company by revenue, and it has 5,342 stores throughout the United States ... - Continue -