If you’re told to submit payment either by wire or by prepaid debit card, know this: The IRS willnevercontact you by phone asking for money. The agency communicates payment information exclusively through the U.S. Mail. What you should do: The IRS says if you get a call supposedly from...
The scammer threatens you with legal action or arrest for not paying taxes by pretending to be associated with the IRS. The scammer often demands wire or prepaid debit card payments to get victims to pay this fake overdue payment. Offer in Compromise (OIC) Scams Scammers target individuals or...
Whether it's phishing, identity theft, or hidden fees, tax season can bring out the scammers in full force. Learn how to protect yourself from the most common tax scams.
So it’s no wonder that scammers have imitated the DVLA this year. A refund is the hook for false DVLA emails. They offer a reimbursement worth hundreds of pounds. They will ask for your National Insurance number, standard details like your address, and your full debit card information. ...
Many of the holiday scams use the same techniques as tax scammers employ. Any personal information they get now can be used at tax time to file a fake return in your name and claim a fraudulent refund. So be careful out there, now and next filing season, and, well, unfortunately all ...
You’ll receive your prepaid debit card in an envelope such as the one shown here. The envelope states, "Not a bill or an advertisement. Important information about your Middle Class Tax Refund." Envelopes that do not include this information are likely a scam. ConsumerCalifornia...
As noted by the BBB, the biggest red flag for this scam is when a company requests you pay with a prepaid debit card or wire transfer. A legitimate utility company will always accept a check or credit card payment. Never allow a utility worker into your home unless you have a pre-sched...
Many of the holiday scams use the same techniques as tax scammers employ. Any personal information they get now can be used at tax time to file a fake return in your name and claim a fraudulent refund. So be careful out there, now and next filing season, and, well, unfortunately all ...
This is a scam that's been going around my community. Threatening "IRS agents" call and inform you the police have a warrant for your arrest. And unless you go to Walgreens, buy a prepaid debit card loaded with hundreds of dollars and call back with the number, you're being carted of...
Fraudsters will often use threatening language and stress that you need to act immediately to avoid negative consequences. Threatening language or being asked to make immediate payment via gift card, prepaid debit card, wire transfer or more, are warning signs of a scam. Hang up and call the ...