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.

How I Saved $700 & Lost 6 Pounds with a Simple 30 Day Financial Diet Plan

Do you want to save some serious cash next month? Then a thirty-day financial diet may be just the thing for you! I put myself on a “financial ... - Continue -

How to Get Paid to Be in TV Audiences: Best Companies, Pay Rates & Tips

I have shared many ways to make money related to TV before, like getting paid to watch TV. Today, we are going to talk about how you can earn money ... - Continue -

How to Get on a Game Show: Secrets to Audition for Jeopardy!, Family Feud & More!

Want to be a contestant on your favorite game show? If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into the spotlight, answering questions, and winning big, ... - Continue -

How I Used Lunch Trays to Make $3000/month as a Full-Time College Student

Editor's Note: I read and participate on a lot of blogs and online forums where entrepreneurs and small business people hang out. I learn a lot from ... - Continue -

Teaching Kids about Money: 7 Surprising Lessons Learned by Putting Our Kids on Salary

Raising four kids in the affluent suburbs of Washington, D.C., over a decade highlighted for my wife and me that even our eldest child, at the age of ... - Continue -

Earn $50/hr as a Local Tour Guide in Your Hometown: 5 Best Sites to Use

One of the latest trends in tourism is peer-to-peer travel experiences. While some may find this approach unconventional, others actually enjoy the ... - Continue -

8 Smart Ways to Get Rid of Garage Sale Leftovers!

Whoever came up with the idea of holding a garage sale to sell stuff you don't want anymore was a genius. You make money with a garage sale by ... - Continue -

How Much Is a Penny Worth? How to Value Coins You Already Have

The penny is the most disrespected coin! In a pile of loose change, pennies seem to always get left behind. Many people won’t bother to pick one up ... - Continue -

5 Smart Ways to Finish College Debt-Free (My Personal Journey)

College can be daunting! When looking at the costs of higher education, it’s easy to feel discouraged. According to the Pew Research Center, one in ... - Continue -