Unless there is a change, the base period for computing income for a subsequent certification period is the calendar month prior to the month of the redetermination interview. Never be earlier than the 4th month of the current certification period, and b. Never go beyond the first month of the certification period for which you are determining eligibility. C. Base Period for Certain Incomes 1. The following types of income have a different base period.
Rental income is unearned income unless the individual is in the business of renting properties.
The base period for retroactive benefits is the same as for the prospective period. D. Request for Income Verification 1. On the DMA-8146M, always request the income received in the base period. Also, ask for operational expenses paid during the appropriate period. On the review letter, always request the income received in the base period.