Taxpayers and tax professionals should remain alert and aware of these common tax scams, schemes and cons to avoid losing money, personal information or client data. Social media: Fraudulent form filing and bad advice Social media can circulate inaccurate or...
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Taxpayers beware: Tax season is prime time for phone scams
The IRS reminds taxpayers to be aware that criminals continue to make aggressive calls posing as IRS agents in hopes of stealing taxpayer money or personal information. Here are some telltale signs of phone scams along with actions taxpayers can take if they receive a...
Tax Time Guide: Minimize cybersecurity footprints, protect personal information online
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service urged people to stay resolute against ongoing scams and schemes by properly securing computers, tablets and phones. Solid cybersecurity protection and scam recognition is vital to reduce the threat of identity theft inside and...