419 Earned Income

Effective Date: November 1, 2021

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Introduction

Earned income is income in cash or in-kind for which a person performs a service. It includes benefits received by the individual as a reward for service, such as free shelter or vendor payments. It includes any additional allowances for shelter given to a member of the armed forces.

The following sections explain:

·       Sources of Earned Income                                                                      419-1

·       Self-Employment Income                                                                       419-2

·       Self-Employment Expenses                                                                    419-3

·       Earned Income Exclusions                                                                      419-4