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posted Jun 3, 2019 4:33:38 PM

I have close to $24,000 in debt that is shown to me as soon as I got done e-filing my return. How do I know if they can touch my money before it makes it to me?

I need to know if any of my outstanding debts will be touched or if they can even be taken without a notice to me?? 

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Jun 3, 2019 4:33:39 PM

Your refund can only be withheld (offset) for debts such as child support, federal and state taxes, student loans, and debts owed to a governmental agency.  

Your refund cannot be withheld (offset) for personal debts such as credit cards and personal loans.