This article was published by the IRS. Identity thieves can prey on anyone, at any time. Here are some helpful tips for taxpayers to know when it’s really the IRS or not. Email, text and social media The IRS doesn’t make initial contact through email or social media channels. Some common electronic scams thieves use are: [...]
This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers and small businesses that, even though the April 15, 2025, tax filing deadline has passed, it is important to stay vigilant against scams and fraud year-round. Earlier this year, the IRS issued its annual Dirty Dozen list that highlights some persuasive schemes impacting [...]
This article was published by the IRS. IRS sends notices and letters when it needs to ask a question about a taxpayer’s federal tax return, let them know about a change to their account or request a payment. Don’t panic if mail comes from the IRS – they’re here to help. When a taxpayer receives mail [...]
More than 90 percent of identity thieves and data breaches start with a phishing email. Phishing scams pose as a trusted company: maybe your bank, a favorite retailer, or your state tax agency - even the IRS. Here's one way to recognize a scam: the phishing emails tells an urgent story. For example, there's a [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Scammers work hard to try to steal money and personal information during tax season and all year long. Taxpayers and tax professionals should remain alert and aware of these common scams to avoid losing money, personal information, or client data. Social media: Fraudulent form filing and bad advice Social [...]
