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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15+ Gas Stations That Sell Kerosene Near You [Updated for 2025]

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Does Target Take Apple Pay? (What You Need to Know!)

Does Target take Apple pay? In this post, we'll try to answer that very question. Digital payment methods like PayPal, Zelle, Samsung Pay, and ... - Continue -

15 Best Places to Sell Used Rims for Cash (Near You & Online)

Whether you want to buy new rims and sell your old ones, or cash in on some ones you’re not using, selling your car's used rims and/or wheels is a ... - Continue -

15 Best Things to Sell on Facebook Marketplace (in 2025)

Want to know what the best selling items on Facebook Marketplace are? In today’s post, we’ll cover what the best items to sell on the platform ... - Continue -

10 Best Delivery Apps to Work for in 2025 (Earn up to $38/hr)

Want to know the best delivery apps to work for? Well, you’re not alone. Getting paid to deliver stuff has become a huge side hustle for may ... - Continue -

25 High Paying Jobs for Retired Teachers in 2025

Are you a retired teacher looking for the best jobs to make money? Or perhaps you are about to retire and are looking for work you can do after ... - Continue -

29 Best InboxDollars Hacks: Make More Money Online!

There are so many ways to make money online and one of the easiest is with reward websites like InboxDollars. InboxDollars is a reward or Get Paid ... - Continue -

Does Whole Foods Take EBT? (The Most Important Things You Need to Know!)

Many SNAP recipients looking for healthy food choices may be wondering, “does Whole Foods take EBT?” After all, Whole Foods is known for selling ... - Continue -

Rakuten Insight Surveys Review 2025: Is it a Legit Survey Site?

In today’s Rakuten Insight review, we’ll be discussing everything there is to know about this paid survey website from how it works to what ... - Continue -