I helped my son's friend file his taxes, but his refund was denied because the IRS said he owed money from previous years where he had drawn unemployment benefits. The problem is the boy was in high school and only 16 or 17 at that time. I later learned that his dad is the one who claimed these benefits and should be the one paying this back. The IRS won't talk to me, and the boy's parents won't take care of this matter. I gave the boy his refund early, and now I'm out about $500. They won't pay me back. What can I do?

April 11th, 2023

Since 1913, have changes in the tax laws always increased individual tax rates, never decreased them?

July 16th, 2024

Can my dad claim me on his taxes if I don't want him to and I'm over the age of 18?

May 4th, 2023

I am selling my home in California and will make a profit of $100,000-$120,000. My husband and I have poor credit, so we plan to go on the title of a home my dad will purchase in North Carolina and refinance when our credit improves. We will give my dad $50,000 as a down payment. Are there gift taxes involved, and will the profit from the home sale affect our taxes negatively? What is our best tax strategy?

April 14th, 2023

I know I am getting money back on my income taxes, but what if I lost them or I don't file them? What will happen?

June 13th, 2024