Am I supposed to get overtime?
Three questions against the federal tests — pay basis, salary level, and your actual duties. A screen, not a ruling.
Answer the questions.
Your answers drive the verdict — no account, no tracking.
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How each answer was treated
The default rule
The IRS starts from “taxable” and works backward. If no exemption clearly covers it, assume it’s income.
When in doubt, report itReporting income you didn’t owe tax on costs nothing. Hiding income you did owe tax on costs plenty.