eldoner22
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Self-employment vs other income?

My grandmother has legally named me to be her co-trustee and durable power of attorney.  She pays me an hourly wage and mileage for any help I provide.  Thus far, it has been paying bills, changing addresses, preparing taxes.  My "real job" is an environmental engineer.  Is the income from my grandmother self-employment (line 12 on 1040) or other income (line 21 on form 1040)?