Because each state has their own criteria for moneys to report while receiving benefits, which include government entitlements, etc. it's best to contact your own state employment security office for clarification in the case.
Unemployment Compensation is considered non-taxable income for the Earned Income Tax.
Yes it is taxable income that has to be reported as such on your 1040 income tax return. For the tax year 2009 the first 2400 of unemployment compensation received will not be taxable income that would have to be added to all of your other gross worldwide income and taxed at your marginal tax rate.
Unemployment benefits are not "earned income", so you should not be eligible for earned income credit.
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No it is not considered income, just dealt with this situation and my accountant assured me.
Yes, and that is true for any state in the union. All income sources, earned (before payroll taxes) and unearned income such as cash assistance, Social Security, unemployment insurance, and child support are considered income for the purposes of establishing eligibility for food stamps.
Yes.
Generall not since unemployment benefits are related to earned income from losing a job.
no and whoever asked that question is very dome *5
Yes, babysitting is considered earned income. You must be 25 or older
No court award are not earned income.
Realized income is essentially the income that you know that you have earned or received. This income is considered taxable.