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.

11 Best Places to Learn for Free Online (& Get a Certificate of Completion)

We love freebies here at Money Pantry. And we try to cover all kinds of freebies even education. A while back I shared a list of 100 places to get ... - Continue -

10 Basic Financial Formulas: Not Knowing ’em Will Cost You

Finance is all about numbers. Luckily, you don't have to be a mathematician to find your way around the figures. Would you like to know what ... - Continue -

7 Ways Facebook Helps Its Users Save Money: Are You One of ’em?

Facebook is an incredibly popular social media site. There are more than 1.65 billion monthly active users on Facebook and 1.09 billion people log ... - Continue -

Get Paid to Buy Beer: Earn $4000 (& Free Beer) as an Alcohol Compliance Auditor

There are plenty of awesome ways to make cash now related to drinking, from getting paid to drink beer to beer money sites and apps. But, arguably, ... - Continue -

Top 22 Sites Like Craigslist to Buy or Sell Stuff (2025 Update)

Oh, the good old Craigslist! A site where you can buy and sell junk, even cars and houses, find hookups, get into anonymous online feuds with your ... - Continue -

4 Best Micro Investment Apps: Trade Stock with Your Spare Change

Thanks to micro-investment, you don't have to be a millionaire to invest your money. Awesome money making apps like Acorns makes it possible for ... - Continue -

7 Best Places to Sell Your 3D Models for Cash

If you know your way around 3D modeling software like Blender, Wings 3D or Sculptris, it could mean cash. There’s an emerging market for buying and ... - Continue -

Work at Home Customer Service Agent: Earn $12/hour Making Calls on Your Smartphone

How does a job where you can work from home and get paid to talk on the phone sounds to you? If you’re used to telephone work, then an at home ... - Continue -

30 Best Legit Online Jobs for College Students (to Make Easy Money)

If you’re a student, then a summer job is a great way for you to develop skills, boost your resume and most importantly, earn money to pay for college ... - Continue -