oh_llama
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Why do I need to file taxes on a free tuition benefit? I received a 1099-MISC & it marks the tuition benefit as "other income." I've never seen or worked for this money.

My father used to work for the university before he passed away, but was classified as retired prior to his passing. That is why I still receive the defendant tuition benefit. I am not sure why I have to pay taxes on it though, if I don't work for the money and never actually see it or have a say on how it's used.