Are Illegal Immigrants Hurting the US Economy? 3 Facts that may Surprise You

Are Illegal Immigrants Hurting the US Economy? 3 Facts that may Surprise You

Jobs and Wages It is often said immigrants take US jobs away from US citizens and that their inexpensive labor suppresses wages. In actuality, the opposite is true. Economists have found that immigration does not lead to a sizeable decrease in wages, and may actually increase wages and lower prices in the aggregate. The reason…

Moonlighting: 5 Great Jobs to Make Money on the Side

Moonlighting: 5 Great Jobs to Make Money on the Side

1. Babysitting Child care is a major expense for families with working parents. If you’re good with kids, have some references, and can pass a background check, babysitting is an easy way to make some cash on the side. Depending on experience and the family’s budget, babysitting can rake in anywhere from $10-30 an hour…