Why 72% of Americans Now Depend on This Type of Income to Survive

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For decades, the standard American financial blueprint was simple: get a good job, work hard, and live off the salary. But that foundation is cracking. Today, a single primary paycheck is increasingly insufficient to cover the rising costs of modern life. A recent national survey from MyPerfectResume reveals a stark shift in the American workforce. According to the 2026 State of Secondary Income…