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The Side Hustle Surge: Why Most Americans Need a Second Income
May 7, 2025 Off

The Side Hustle Surge: Why Most Americans Need a Second Income

By The Admiral Staff

A recent survey by MyPerfectResume found that 71% of American workers rely on a secondary income, largely driven by rising costs of living (food up 25.2%, housing up 23.7%, and transportation up 27.1% since 2020). Common motivations include paying off debt, saving for goals, and covering essential expenses. While a secondary income offers financial benefits, it can also lead to burnout, impact work focus, and reduce time

Financial First Aid: Protecting Your Finances During Burnout
October 24, 2024 Off

Financial First Aid: Protecting Your Finances During Burnout

By The Admiral Staff

The article addresses financial preparedness for burnout, offering practical steps to build a financial buffer. It advises creating a “mental health emergency fund” covering six months of essential expenses, suggesting strategies to lower credit card debt through services like MoneyLion, and earning extra income via cashback sites like Rakuten and survey platforms like InboxDollars. Finally, it recommends cutting existing bills, particularly car insurance through EverQuote, and using browser extensions to ensure you’re getting the best prices online.