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Michael Torres

CPA, Former IRS Revenue Agent
Updated: January 18, 2026
Income

Active Income

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Definition

Income requiring direct time exchange, like delivering food or driving rideshare.

Related Terms

Passive Income
Income requiring minimal ongoing effort after initial setup, like car sharing or print-on-demand sales.
Hourly Earnings
Calculated earnings per hour worked, important for comparing gig work profitability.
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FAQs

Is gig work active income?

Mostly yes; you trade time for money.

How to transition to passive?

Build digital products, referral networks, or car sharing.

Similar Terms

Passive Income

Income requiring minimal ongoing effort after initial setup, like car sharing or print-on-demand sales.
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