Originally Posted by
basesjuiced
#1 per diem isn't income.
#2 you forgot state income tax
Otherwise...yup!
Per diem is income along with dividends, bonuses, tips, and any other money that is brought home. Some people choose not to take it home and instead blow it on "what it's meant for". I for one don't let anyone else tell me what my money is "meant for".
in·come
ˈinˌkəm,ˈiNG-/Submit
noun
money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments.