What Bankers Need to Know about the Latest IRS ScamsByline: Penny Crosman As the federal tax filing deadline approaches next month, tax-related...Crosman, PennyAmericanbanker Com
Phishing scams can come in many forms, but understanding the common types of phishing attacks can help you keep identity thieves at bay. Here are some to be aware of: Email phishing A phishing email is a fraudulent email made to look like it’s from a legitimate company or person. It ...
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A tax refund is as much an asset as a diamond ring, and just as some thieves target jewelry stores, others specialize in stealing taxpayers' identities in order to create fake tax returns that provide large refunds. The IRS is on the lookout for this kin
The U.S. Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) protects our financial system. FinCEN is responsible for enforcing the Corporate Transparency Act.
You might end up owingtaxes on the forgiven debt.This is because the IRS will likely consider this amount taxable income. As you can see, you're potentially making a bad situation worse by opting for debt settlement. For that reason, you should first exhaust all of your other options befor...
Consolidating the Structure Let us put all this into an easily understandable illustration. We are looking at a 5 tier structure which starts with the Global Elite - a cabal which sets the overall agenda for the world - and ends with activities on the ground by organizations ...
Reporting scams is essentialfor many reasons. It can serve as proof that you’ve been a victim, which can help you in the recovery process. It also helps law enforcement see how much of a problem scams are so they can allocate more resources to fighting them. Reports also help them track...
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has repeatedly warned investors about fraud in the sector, showing how many REIT scams involve "REITs" that are anything but: they don't own real estate, aren't invested in anything, and aren't trusts or to be trusted. 2. Start Small and Scale U...
There have been reports of phone scammers claiming to be IRS revenue officers. The IRS has a consumer site with regular updates on the latest tax-related scams.3 Special Considerations While they are government employees, IRS revenue officers do not carry firearms or have the authority to arre...