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.

10 Smart Ways to Save Money on Amazon

I personally love Amazon! Th first place I look when I need to buy something is Amazon. And almost always, I can almost save on anything I buy ... - Continue -

How to Start a Blog Free and Make Money Online: The Ultimate Guide

The other day I got an email from Meg, a reader of MoneyPantry, wanting to know how she could start a free blog to make money with. As many of you ... - Continue -

A Simple Way to Make an Extra $65 (or More) a Day

Today, I am going to share a truly easy method that I (and so many other people) have been using to make extra cash consistently. This method ... - Continue -

Kmart Free Samples: Get them Online & by Mail

Update Sadly, Kmart closed down most of its U.S. stores (though a few are still open in some places). As such, Kmart no longer offers free samples ... - Continue -

2 Ways to Make Money on YouTube (Step by Step Guide)

It is no secret that there are many people who make money on YouTube and other video based sites like TikTok. There are some who even make their ... - Continue -

How to Have a Successful Garage Sale: 10 Tips

Having a yard sale may seem simple enough. Yet, there are issues such as timing, the price of items and the way in which these items are displayed ... - Continue -

Make Money with Email Marketing with Less Than $10

If you frequent internet marketing related forums and blogs, I am sure you've heard this famous saying: "Money is in the List!" And it's ... - Continue -

How to Make Money with CafePress: The Ultimate Guide

When it comes to making money selling stuff online, especially customized products, CafePress is one of the oldest and most trusted ... - Continue -

How to Make Money on Etsy: Tips for Selling Successfully

$1 Billion worth of goods! That’s how much sellers on Etsy were able sell in 2013, according to Bloomberg. This is an internet marketplace, a ... - Continue -