
07/28/2025
Each year, some taxpayers file their tax returns and eagerly await a refund. But then they find out it’s been reduced or withheld. If a taxpayer has unpaid federal or state tax debt, including child support, the IRS can offset the debt by applying a refund toward it. For some taxpayers, a refund is essential for covering necessary expenses. Losing it can create a hardship. The National Taxpayer Advocate advises eligible taxpayers to document any economic hardship and seek an “offset bypass refund.” Note: this must be done before the IRS offsets the refund, so don’t wait. Contact us with questions: (305) 310-2994