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Zelle Payments

aldo7865 — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:40:12 GMT

I occasionally send money to my children and grandchildren by Zelle. I also pay a neighbor to walk my dog from time to time when I am away. Do any of my recipients have any tax liability?

Re: Zelle Payments

JBedford — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:01:25 GMT

Hi, @aldo7865 , thanks for the question! To answer your question, bona fide gifts to family are not taxable to the recipient. However, the dog-walking payments are likely taxable income to your neighbor.

Hope this helps, please let me know if this raises additional questions!

Re: Zelle Payments

aldo7865 — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:19:00 GMT

Am I obligated to report this to the IRS, or does Zelle or my bank report this?

Re: Zelle Payments

JBedford — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:22:34 GMT

You are not required to report payments. Your neighbor may be required to report the income.