Imagine being 24, working part-time, studying full-time, and paying rent to your mom, only to find out that she’s been using your tax papers to her advantage. That’s exactly what happened to one person who decided enough was enough. They refused to hand over their T-1098 tax form for college, which led to a massive blowup between them and their mother. But who’s in the right here? Let’s dive into the story. ️♀️
Paying Rent and Covering Expenses
Sibling Support
Health Insurance Drama
Mom’s Financial Struggles
Tax Form Shenanigans
Refusing the Tax Form
Mom’s Angry Reaction
Standing Their Ground
A Compromise Offer
Mom’s Demands
Insurance Update
New Insurance Plan
Who’s the Real Money Grabber?
So here’s the situation: a 24-year-old is paying their mom rent, covering all their own expenses, and even offering to give her extra tax refund money for rent. But mom’s not satisfied – she wants both rent and the tax papers. With the mom lying about her other children’s financial contributions and dropping her child from her insurance without notice, it’s no wonder tensions are running high. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this financial fiasco…
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NTA but be careful. Seek legal/tax advice. Move out ASAP
NTA, but time to move out
Commenter empathizes with OP’s situation and advises moving out.
Take control of your finances Demand receipts for rent payments.
Secure your paperwork and start looking for a new place
Commenters discuss the intricacies of employer-sponsored healthcare plans.
NTA. Parent-child relationships should not be based on taxes
Escape the financial trap! NTA for standing up.
NTA defends against mom’s tax fraud accusation
Mom falsely claimed me as dependent, cost me $14k
Empathetic comment supports OP’s decision to not give tax papers
Learned something new about taxes and independence
Struggling with family financial inequality , commenter shares their experience.
NTA. Moving out and filing taxes independently is the solution.
Commenter accuses mom of gender bias, others disagree
Escape the nest and keep your , NTA wins!
Commenter questions OP’s situation, calls both parties out. ♂️
Commenters provide helpful information and encourage OP to move out
Is OP still a dependent? Limited tax knowledge sparks debate.
Commenter empathizes but calls out bad behavior of OP’s parents.
Take control of your finances and leave toxic family situations.
Commenter tells it like it is with a sassy tone.
Tax break drama: NTA for not handing over papers
Escape plan needed! NTA comment encourages leaving toxic situation.
NTA. Suggests dorm living to avoid mom’s financial pressure
Refusing to hand over tax papers to mom. NTA, but risky
Debating the cost of family plans and insurance premiums
Mom can claim OP as a dependent, but she’s the a-hole.
NTA, escape the narcissistic mother ASAP
Commenter clarifies tax rules, supports OP’s decision.
Agreement confusion and rent owed, but not tax fraud.
Accountant advises OP to stand their ground and file taxes first
Curious about brother’s income and why sister is insulted
Mom accused of stealing from OP, NTA for not sharing papers
Not the a**hole. Mom can’t have it both ways.
NTA refuses to give tax papers to mom, calls out fraud
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Escape the family drama and find a new home
NTA, but be careful about villainizing mom. Consider declaring yourself.
Taking control of your finances and health insurance, NTA
Is OP financially dependent on their mom? INFO needed
Protect yourself from the IRS, consult a tax expert
NTA, time to fly the nest
Not the a**hole. Financial abuse from mother is unacceptable.
Encouraging reply to NTA comment about toxic family situation
Commenter supports OP’s decision to not share tax papers
Cutting out toxic family members is self-care
Former group health insurance worker questions mother’s claims
Contact IRS for tax help to avoid audit pain
Standing up to a narcissistic parent
NTA. Find a roommate and stop giving your mom money.
Don’t let your mom claim you as a dependent! #NTA
