Many of our readers ask us what the rules are on reporting income while receiving unemployment benefits. It is understandable. The income provided by unemployment benefits does not cover even the basic necessities of many families, especially those with mortgages, credit card debts and several children. Some  feel pressured to increase their income, however slightly, with a part time job they do not report to avoid taxes and a deduction of their unemployment benefits. But do you have to report all earnings to the North Carolina Department of Employment Security?

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