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.
Email phishing scams from fraudulent clients Tax year 2021 saw an increase inemail phishing schemesaimed at tax professionals, attempting to gain access to personal information. Scammers first make contact by sending you an email that appears to come from a real client or colleague. After you res...
Phone scams:Aggressive and threatening phone calls by criminals impersonating IRS agents remains an ongoing threat to taxpayers. The IRS reminds taxpayers to guard against all sorts of con games that arise during any filing season. Read MoreWhen to fire your advisor Offshore tax avoidance:The recen...
Be Wary of Phone Scams during Tax SeasonAs next month's income tax filing deadline approaches, seniorsare reminded to be on guard...Sentinel, News
Scammers love tax season. Here are some common tax scams to avoid.Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable Tax season is an ideal season for scammers. People are stressed-out and intimidated by the prospect offiling taxes. As a result, they may be more vulnerable to deception, including scammers' ef...
scam are likely to be operating out of India and make use of phishing methods. This case shows how cybercriminals who are adept in collecting information via phishing emails, social engineering lures, or other online scams can expand their reach via offline threats such...
Ways to Protect Yourself from Scams Personal information should not be provided over the phone, through the mail, or on the internet unless the taxpayer initiated the contact or is sure he or she knows with whom he or she is dealing. Social Security cards or any documents that include your...
There has been a surge in tax scams, in misleading ads circulating on social platforms, asserting that taxpayers can receive free funds Read More admin Nov 28, 2024 How To File My Back Taxes Online Navigating the process of addressing overdue back taxes may appear daunting, yet it is crucial...
Tax Notescontributing editor Carrie Brandon Elliot provides an overview of federal resources available to help taxpayers fight identity theft and tax refund fraud scams. ByRyan Finley Why the Appeal in theMedtronicTax Case Matters 10/12/2023
You’re not in this alone. IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel prompted the creation of the Coalition Against Scam and Scheme Threats (CASST), a task force that’s designed to “combat the growth of scams and schemes threatening taxpayers and tax systems.” It’s a coalition of the IRS, tax as...