About the Author

Saeed Darabi is a personal finance expert and the founder of MoneyPantry.

With years of self-directed learning and hands-on experience, he shares actionable advice on saving money, making smart financial decisions, and navigating everyday financial challenges.

Saeed’s mission is to help readers make informed decisions and take control of their financial futures. His hands-on experience and passion for personal finance have made him a trusted source for readers who want straightforward, actionable advice without the fluff.

Saeed's work has been featured in Yahoo Finance, MSN, Business Insider, Forbes, and more.

On this page, you will find posts written by Saeed that cover a wide range of practical topics to help you manage and grow your money.

21 Best Places to Buy Discounted Gift Cards (Up to 90% Off)

Who doesn't like gift cards? There is a reason why these plastic cards have been the most requested gifts in the U.S. for the past 8 years in a row ... - Continue -

10 Best Companies to Follow on Twitter for Deals (& Possibly Free Stuff)

Twitter is a great platform for having your complaints and feedback heard by companies you buy from. In today's world, social media is a definitive ... - Continue -

Dealspotr Review: Scam or a Legit Way to Make Money Sharing Deals & Coupons?

Do you love getting great deals online? We all love getting a great discount that saves us cash when we shop online. That’s why Dealspotr is ... - Continue -

Get Paid to Shop Online: 10 Sites That Pay You to Shop (Even on Amazon & Walmart)

I don't want to get paid for shopping? Said, no one ever! If you’re anything like me, you're always looking for ways to save money, and shopping ... - Continue -

The Easiest Way to Make an Extra $500 this Month (Fast & from Home)

What could you do with an extra $500 a month? For many of us, an extra $500 a month can be very helpful. It could pay the car payment, in some ... - Continue -

CashCrate Review: Scam or a Legit & Safe Way to Make Money Online? (2020 Update)

When it comes to making money online, there is one site that is almost synonymous with it - CashCrate. And I mean, literally... Search for the ... - Continue -

77 Places to Sell Your Stuff Online for Free!

"Where can I sell my stuff online for free?" "What is the best place to sell my used stuff for cash?" If you're like most people who have way ... - Continue -

31 Best Short Task Sites to Make Extra Cash Fast (Pay per Task)

Short task apps and sites are popping all over the places these days. It's the gig economy! We all like making extra money in our spare time, ... - Continue -

7 Ways to Make Money on Craigslist in 2025 (Some Without Selling Anything!)

My very first attempt at making money on Craigslist was selling a few 5-gallon buckets of interior paint a few years ago. Surprisingly, it was a ... - Continue -