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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Veterans Day Freebies 2020: Restaurants Offering Free Meals & More (Even Free Car Wash!)

Wondering where you can find Veterans Day freebies? Well, look no further, because we’ve got you covered. From hotel stays to steaks to donuts, ... - Continue -

100+ Ways to Make Money Over Winter Break (Earn Quick Cash for the Holidays!)

There are a lot of ideas about online summer jobs for students, but what about making money during the winter break? Sure, winter break is a time ... - Continue -

13 Legit Ways to Get a Free Lawn Mower (Near Me & Online)

A new lawn mower can set you back $100s. And that's just for those small push mowers or self propelled ones. Riding, especially those Zero Turn ... - Continue -

Swagbucks Local Review: Get Paid for Eating & Drinking Out

In this post, we'll review Swagbucks Local, a feature of the best rewards site. Here at Money Pantry, we talk about Swagbucks a lot because it is ... - Continue -

Wikibuy Review: Is Wikibuy Legit?

Update: Capital One acquired Wikibuy in November 2018 and rebranded it as Capital One Shopping. You can read my updated review of Capital One Shopping ... - Continue -

Zenni Optical Review: The Best Place to Buy Cheap Prescription Glasses?

This is an overall review of Zenni Optical, a site where you can buy affordable prescription and sunglasses online, for men, women and ... - Continue -

Truebill Review: App That Can Save You Money by Lowering Your Bills ($1000 a Year?)

This is a review of Truebill, a new and super handy money saving app which can help with your finances in a multitude of ways. From canceling ... - Continue -

150 Summer Jobs for Teachers (That Pay Well!)

What jobs can teachers do in the summer? That’s a common question! After all, about one in six U.S. teachers work second jobs. ... - Continue -

Earnin App Review: Is it Legit & a Better Payday Loan Alternative (2025)

Are you wondering whether the Earnin app is legit and safe? In this Earnin app review, we’re going to tell you everything you need to know about ... - Continue -