Laid off from a high-paying job, this 61-year-old drives for delivery apps: ‘I don’t get a day off’
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This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Becky Melvin can usually be found on her phone — but not…