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Title II payments. The final notice, from RRB, specifies the amount of the first check. RR annuity payments and Title II benefits certified by RRB may be paid as a single check. 50.4.1. Verification Verify the benefits through documents in the individual’s possession or by contact with the source. The notice issued by RRB which specifies the amount of the first check is one form of evidence. 50.5. Unemployment, Sickness, And Strike Benefits Unemployment, sickness, and strike benefits are computed on a daily basis with each check covering a period of up to 2 weeks. These claims are usually filed through the railroad employer or directly with RRB in Chicago. 50.5.1. Verification Obtain evidence of unemployment, sickness, and strike benefits from the individual's own records, such as an award letter or actual check. If this evidence is unavailable, contact RRB headquarters in Chicago at: Railroad Retirement Board 844 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611 Local RRB offices do not maintain this information.

51. Real Or Personal Property (Other In Kind Income) Unearned Income Any item of real or personal property an individual receives which he can sell or convert is unearned income called “other in-kind income.” Note: If in-kind income is food, or shelter, it is called “in-kind support and maintenance” and is not counted as income. 51.1. Income Treatment