Unearned Income

Economic Rent
Economic rent refers to the payment to a factor of production or a resource above its opportunity cost. It usually applies to resources that are unique or inelastic in supply.
Kiddie Tax
Tax liability for children under age 14 on net unearned income (e.g., interest and dividend income) over $1,900 in 2010 (subject to indexing) is taxed at their custodial parents' highest marginal tax rate.
Unearned Income
Unearned income refers to income that is not derived from active work, such as wages, salaries, or professional fees, but from investments, savings, or other passive sources like dividends, interest, and rental income.
Unearned Income (Revenue)
Unearned income or revenue is income received by a business but not yet earned. It is typically classified as a current liability on a company's balance sheet.

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