Tulolähdettä

Tulolähdettä is a term in Finnish that translates to "income source" or "source of income". It refers to any origin from which an individual or entity derives money or economic benefit. This can encompass a wide variety of activities and assets. Common examples of tulolähde include employment, where wages and salaries are earned, and entrepreneurship, where profits from a business constitute the income source.

Other significant tulolähde categories include investments, such as dividends from stocks, interest from savings accounts, or rental income from properties. Pensions and social benefits also represent distinct income sources for many individuals. In a broader sense, gifts, inheritances, and even certain types of benefits in kind can be considered as tulolähde. The classification and taxation of different tulolähde are important aspects of financial and tax administration in Finland, with specific rules applying to each category. Understanding one's tulolähde is crucial for personal financial planning, tax reporting, and eligibility for various social programs.