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.

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How I Earned $405 Shopping Online with Rakuten (and How You Can Too!)

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You want to save money, whether it’s for a vacation, a home, or to have a safety net. You also need to save money for daily living expenses and ... - Continue -

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If you write poems, you've probably wondered if it's really possible to get paid to write poetry. Sure, while the "starving artist" stereotype is ... - Continue -

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How to Rent Your Home for Movies and Earn Up to $10,000 Per Day!

Hollywood has been using private homes instead of studios to shoot films for a long time. This has created a great opportunity for many homeowners to ... - Continue -

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Want to earn money just by driving around? Imagine getting paid to wrap your car with an eye-catching advertisement. It’s not a dream—it’s a ... - Continue -

How to Earn $100-200/month Recycling & Selling Scrap Metal

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How to Become a Reebok Product Tester and Get Free Shoes! [2025 Guide]

Ever wonder how to become a Reebok product tester? If you love Reebok sneakers & shoes and want to get some for free, you’re in the right ... - Continue -