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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Can You Deposit a Check for Someone Else? (The Real Answer!)

Are you wondering, “Can I deposit a check for someone else? Perhaps a family member or friend has a check that they have asked you to deposit into ... - Continue -

10 Best Free Online ASL Classes: Learn American Sign Language Free!

Looking for free online ASL classes? Wanna learn American Sign Language so you can sign for your deaf or hard-of-hearing loved ones? Well, ... - Continue -

31 Cheap Home Decor Websites & Stores Near You!

Looking for the best cheap home décor stores? Then this is the list for you! When you move into a new place or decide to redecorate your current ... - Continue -

5 Places to Shop Open Box Deals (Home Décor, Electronics, Fashion…)

Want to know where to get some awesome open box deals? Then this is the post for you! I love a good deal, especially when it’s on an item that I ... - Continue -

More Like Hulu: 15 Best Streaming Services in 2025

I don’t watch Cable TV. Instead, I use paid and free live TV streaming apps to watch movies and shows I like. With so many apps like Netflix and ... - Continue -

How Much is 6 Figures (+ Jobs that Pay 6 Figure Salaries!)

If you’re wondering, “How much is 6 figures?” then this is the post for you. We’d all like to earn more money, right? From rent to car payments, ... - Continue -

10 Ways to Make Money with Memes: Get Paid for Your Creativity!

Can you make money with memes? Yes, you can! Most of us can’t get through one day without seeing at least one meme, right? They’ve become a part ... - Continue -

20 Places Where You Can Get Free Condoms

Condoms are usually not that expensive, but hey, if you can get free condoms, why not, right? Condoms not only prevent pregnancy, they also greatly ... - Continue -

9 Best Places to Buy Carpet Near You (with Cheapest Prices!)

If you’re decorating your home or doing a remodel, there’s lots to think about from the paint color to the furniture, and there’s also a lot to pay ... - Continue -