Thieves are constantly working to steal people's identity and personal data so they can use it to fraudulently file tax returns and claim refund money that isn't theirs. Remember to check out IRS.gov/scams for more information and tips on avoiding scammers. Here are a few things you should know so you don't fall victim to these [...]
This article was published by the IRS. By law, all taxpayers have fundamental rights when they're interacting with the IRS. It's important that all taxpayers know and understand their rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights presents these rights in 10 categories. For full official details about each right, visit the links below: The right to be [...]
Identity thieves and fraudsters are working overtime, trying to use COVID-19 or any other current issue to scam you. To help you combat identity theft, the IRS is encouraging people to get an Identity Protection PIN. This secret, voluntary pin is known only to you and the IRS. See if it's right for you at IRS.gov/IPPIN. [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Knowledge is a taxpayer's first line of defense against scammers who pretend to be from the IRS with the goal of stealing personal information. Here are some facts about how the IRS communicates with taxpayers: The IRS doesn't normally initiate contact with taxpayers by email. Do not reply to [...]
IRS Online Account for Individuals is a tool that makes it easier for you to manage your personal federal taxes. Save time by going online instead of calling and waiting on the phone. To get started, go to IRS.gov/account. Once there, click "Sign in to your online account." From there, you can access ID.me, which helps [...]
