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 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 -

10 Energy Saving Apps That Will Actually Save You Money (iOS & Android)

While we all know that saving energy (and money!) is great, it can take a bit of time to wrap our heads around the ways in which we can make our homes ... - Continue -

Apple Work from Home Opportunity: Work as an Apple Support Advisor!

We all know that Apple makes excellent products and is at the forefront of innovation in the tech world. So, the prospect of working for Apple sounds ... - Continue -

Get Paid to Translate & Subtitle Your Favorite TV Shows & Movies from Home

Update: WeSubtitle.com is no longer in business. Try Crowdsurf.com, which pays you for transcribing audio into text. If you have a working ... - Continue -

10 Tools to Create Money Making Apps Even If You’re a Beginner

Apps have changed the way we do things. And there are apps that can do almost anything you can think of. "There is an app for that" just about sums it ... - Continue -

Wanna Get Paid for Your Selfies? Get This Free App!

I am a big fan of using your hobbies and interest as a way to earn extra income. And making money with pictures is through various means (stock ... - Continue -

7 Best Places to Dig for Diamonds in the U.S.

We have, in the past, shown you places where you can still pan for gold. But if you know where to look, you’ll be surprised by what other valuable ... - Continue -

9 Sites to Find Pet Sitting Jobs Near You!

If you love animals, you’ve probably thought about making some extra cash from pet sitting. The good news is that with the convenience of the ... - Continue -