How I Lost $15K Paying Mom’s Taxes

Ever tried to help your parents and ended up in a mess? One woman paid $15,000 to a local tax service to settle her 93-year-old mom’s IRS bill—only to find out the IRS never got a dime. Turns out, the tax company took her cash (via Zelle and Cash App!), then ghosted her. Lesson: Always double-check who you’re paying, and stick to official payment methods. Don’t let your good deed turn into a money pit! #MoneyMistakes #TaxTips #FamilyFinance #ScamAlert #Finance