
Inflation surge pushes more Americans into side hustles

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April inflation surged to 3.8%, exceeding wage growth and diminishing workers' spending power. As a result, 53% of Americans with side hustles report they rely on these earnings, averaging $1,275 monthly, to cover essential expenses. This trend is evident in West Michigan, where residents are starting various ventures, indicating a national shift towards supplemental income.

