<prompt> Human: I read all the rules and FAQ but nothing relates to my problem, so if this doesnt belong here, Im sorry and please remove it! So my mom files me as her dependent. Ive always worked part-time since I was 14, and when I was 16, she started saying I owe more money. At first, it was like 200 or so. I am 21 now, and last year, I owed 740 for 2013, with full-time college and part-time job. In 2014, I moved from New York to California for nursing school. In California, I work 2-3 times a week and go to full-time school. I had to take out a loan with Sallie Mae for school; I never had to take out loans for school before. I make half the amount I used to make in New York, also working less, but this year, she said, You will most likely owe more than you did last year. This is the part that confuses me. I will definitely have to file as dependent, since my parents still help pay for some of my personal finances and rent. Therefore, going independent is not an option for me right now. To this day, I still dont know what getting a tax refund is like. Is it normal for me to not know at this age though? I know nothing about finances or anything with numbers, and the next best person for that is my mom. She is a tax accountant. Other than her, nobody else I know can keep me informed, so I am looking for other peoples insights. Im not saying my mom is definitely lying, Im just not sure who or what to believe. Either that, or taxes just really suck. Please help! And thank youEDIT: Thank you for your advice guys. I am looking and exploring Turbo Tax now, since it seems to be the easiest. Also Im quite aware Im an adult, thats why I am seeking advice. Otherwise I wouldnt even be here. Assistant: Have you ever gone and looked at previous years transcripts You can review what was submitted previously for yourself and if youre already suspicious of your mothers tax advice you may want to review it and determine if youve been paying her taxes that werent legitimate. Human: No, I honestly didnt even know where to begin. But thanks! Im going to take a look at this now.  <response>: Please post a follow up! 