word collage about gig jobsLooking forward, 15 percent of employers that do not already extendbenefits to independent contractors are interested in doing so inthe future, while a similar number are “somewhat” interested.(Photo: Shutterstock)

Many Americans are now participating in the “gig” economy.According to LIMRA, 16 percent of U.S. workers are earningincome exclusively from gig work, while an additional10 percent  are using these jobs as a secondary source of income. While some of theseworkers have stereotypical gigs, such as driving for Uber, themajority are actually filling contract, temporary or contingentpositions at traditional companies.

Although nontraditional workers generally do not receiveinsurance or retirement benefits from their employers, more thanhalf say that they wish their jobs provided them with benefits. Theworkplace is also one of the top channels gig workers would preferfor purchasing financial products.

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