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.

50 Computer Based Home Business Ideas (That You Can Start Without Investment)

It’s very rare to find a person nowadays that doesn’t own a computer, be it a desktop or a laptop, sometimes even both. Computers have become a part ... - Continue -

How to Make Money Recycling Paper (Shredded Paper, Magazines, Newspapers, Cardboard…)

According to a report done by the EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency) in 2010, out of 250 million tons of trash Americans had produced, paper and ... - Continue -

These 4 Companies Will Pay You to Receive Junk Mail in 2025!

Getting paid for receiving mail may sound unbelievable, but it is a real way to earn extra cash! While there are many companies and websites that ... - Continue -

Get Paid to Tell Your Favorite Magazines What You Think of them!

Update 1: It seems they have enough participants for now and are no longer accepting new applicants. Bookmark this page, and I will update it if and ... - Continue -

Is Usell Legit for Selling Used Phones? (An Honest uSell Review)

If you are searching for uSell reviews trying to find out if uSell is legit, you probably are thinking about selling your old phone or ... - Continue -

11 Ways to Get Paid to Test Video Games (up to $100/hr)

How would you like to get paid to test video games? If you like and play a lot of video games, this is right up your alley. According to THEESA ... - Continue -

Driscoll’s Berry Survey Panel Review (Shut Down!)

Update Unfortunately, the company has decided to shut down the panel community. It will be officially closed at the end of 2024. If you are already a ... - Continue -

16 Best Places to Sell Used Jeans (And What They’ll Pay You!)

Got a pile of old jeans sitting in your closet? Don't worry, we all do! The good news is you are about to learn how to sell your used jeans for ... - Continue -

Get Paid $18,000 to Sleep for NASA’s Bed Rest Study

Do you think you have the endurance and determination to keep laying in bed for seventy days at a stretch? If the answer is yes, you would get paid ... - Continue -