I'm 26 and working in construction. The job is demanding, but I make $53 an hour in a stable career without student loans

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I'm 26 and working in construction. The job is demanding, but I make $53 an hour in a stable career without student loans

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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Yadira Raygoza, a 26-year-old construction worker. This essay has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider verified her identity, employment, and hourly pay rate.

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