Author: Saeed Darabi

Saeed Darabi is the founder of MoneyPantry and the author of the articles on this page. He established the site in 2013, not just as a publication, but as a real-time documentation of his own journey: successfully leaving the 9-to-5 world to build an independent and profitable online business.

His expertise isn't theoretical; it's forged from nearly a decade of firsthand experimentation. He specializes in the side hustle economy and online income generation, personally testing and vetting countless strategies to find what truly delivers results. His core skill is translating these ventures into simple, proven, and actionable roadmaps for his readers.

This hands-on, "in the trenches" approach has made MoneyPantry a leading authority in its niche. As a result, Saeed's expertise is recognized by major financial publications, with his work being cited and featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo Finance, GoBankingRates and MSN Money.

To discover the full story and the core mission behind MoneyPantry, please check out our main About Page.

Powerball Jackpot Hits $815 Million: How to Play Without Wrecking Your Budget

I get it, you see that $815 million Powerball jackpot and start dreaming about life-changing money and what you’d do if you won. But let’s be ... - Continue -

Free Amazon Gift Cards: 30+ Legit Ways That Actually Work (2025)

Who wouldn't enjoy a free Amazon gift card? With "Earth's Biggest Selection" of products, it’s basically free cash to spend on whatever you ... - Continue -

Free Gift Cards: 21+ Legit Ways to Earn Real Rewards in 2025

Let's be honest, when you're on a tight budget, every single dollar counts. I know what that's like. After coming to the U.S. with nothing, I ... - Continue -

Get Paid to Write: 101+ Sites That Pay $50-$2000 (Beginner-Friendly Gigs)

Getting paid to write from home is a dream job for a lot of us. And let's be honest, who wouldn't love to make money writing about things they're ... - Continue -

25 Places to Cash a Cashier’s Check Near You (With & Without a Bank)

Figuring out where to cash a cashier’s check safely is the final step some of us have to deal with after a big sale. I learned this firsthand when ... - Continue -

9 Best Places to Sell Used DVDs for Cash (2025 Guide)

Selling used DVDs is probably one of the easiest ways to make quick cash while decluttering your home. And if you’re of a certain age, you probably ... - Continue -

Where Can I Load My Cash App Card? (The 15+ Official Locations)

Got cash in your pocket that you want to deposit to your Cash App card quickly but don't know where to go to load your Cash App card? You're not ... - Continue -

21 Library Card Perks That’ll Make You Get One Today!

If you are an avid reader and still read physical books (because you like to touch and feel the pages), you probably have a library card. And if ... - Continue -

21+ Best Free Stuff Websites That Actually Work (2025)

There are a ton of websites out there claiming to give you free stuff. And yeah… we all love freebies! But unfortunately, most of what you find ... - Continue -

1
2
3
…
81
Next Page »