General

General. A. Self-employment income is earned directly from a business or profession, rather than a specified salary or wages from an employer. B. Ownership of rental property is considered a self-employment business. Note: Income derived from the rental property will be considered earned income only if a member of the household is actively engaged in the management of the property at least an average of 20 hours a week. C. Payments from a roomer or boarder, except foster care boarders, are considered self- employment income.