Gen Z is stepping into adulthood during one of the most financially complex times in history. Between remote work, side hustles, and digital investments, the tax system hasn’t fully caught up with how this generation earns money. What looks like quick cash or easy savings today could turn into an unexpected tax bill later. Many young adults are unknowingly setting themselves up for future financial headaches—simply because no one explained the fine print. Here are 12 tax traps Gen Z should watch out for before hitting 30—and how to sidestep them early.
