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.

20 Best Places to Sell Your iPhone (Online or Near You!)

Want to know the best place to sell your iPhone? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In today’s post, I’ll cover some of the best websites out ... - Continue -

10 Best Places to Order Checks Online in 2025 (Safe!)

Most banks give you a starter set of checks for free when you first open a bank account with them. After that though, you’re on your own. And at ... - Continue -

50 Legit Ways to Get Cheap (or FREE) Roadside Assistance

Roadside assistance, whether you get it for free or cheap, is a great plan to have for drivers especially for those with older used cars or vehicle ... - Continue -

10 Best Places to Sell Your iPad (for the Most Cash!)

Do you have an Apple iPad you want to sell? Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a new version or just want to get rid of a device that you no ... - Continue -

51 Free Stuff for Kids by Mail (New Things for 2025)

Getting any free stuff for kids is a blessing for parents. Kids are expensive! Not to mention, keeping kids entertained can be tough sometimes and ... - Continue -

How to Open a Bank Account in Minutes (& What You Need!)

One of the signs of becoming an adult and managing your money is opening your first bank account. People open a Checking or Savings account at ... - Continue -

15 Free Printable Budget Templates to Manage Your Money Like a Pro!

Budgeting is so important. It can give us more control over our finances and help us save for the future. Even so, 57% of households don't actually ... - Continue -

11 Best Cell Phone Plans for Kids in 2025

In today’s post, I’ll be discussing the best cell phone plans for kids. Thankfully, because of the level of the competition, these days there are ... - Continue -

How Old do You Have to Be to Get a Debit Card? (2025 Update!)

The total number of debit card users in the United States is more than 5 billion people! But, just how old do you have to be to get a debit ... - Continue -