Add all wages, salaries, tips, and bonuses earned before taxes
Include overtime pay and commissions
Add income from self-employment or freelance work before expenses
Include rental income before deductions
Add interest, dividends, and other investment income
Include pensions, retirement income, and annuities
Add alimony received if applicable
Include unemployment benefits and other taxable benefits
Sum all gross income sources for the year
Use the total as your gross annual income