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A millennial with a disability thought becoming a Lyft driver would give her financial freedom. Seven years later, she's struggling to make ends meet.

A millennial with a disability said gig driving is one of the only options for her given her condition. Still, she's struggling to make $200 some weeks after accounting for taxes and maintenance ...
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Many drivers for Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash are earning well below minimum wage, even with tips, a new paper finds

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many gig drivers earn less than local minimum wage after expenses, UC Berkeley finds. Researchers analyzed data from 1,088 drivers ...
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What insurance do you need as a gig worker?

America experienced a “gig economy” boom in the past few years, thanks in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic, corporate cost-cutting and mobile tech advancements. In a tumultuous economy, more ...
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The biggest perk of gig work might also be its downfall

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Many drivers for Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare and delivery apps say they value the flexibility of ...
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Nearly half of gig workers sell or share accounts for driving and making deliveries — highlighting a big security risk

Gig workers turn to apps like Uber and DoorDash to make money by offering rides and making deliveries. Some independent contractors have come up with another way to make money using the apps: Selling ...
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Gig drivers say the job is getting less profitable. There are few other comparable options.

Some drivers for gig platforms like Uber and DoorDash say it's become harder to make money. But there are few alternatives that offer people the same flexibility and pay. Some drivers have to explore ...