Thieves are working 24/7 to steal your identity. Here are some quick and easy steps you can take to protect yourself online: Use security software for computers and mobile phones, and set it to update automatically. Use strong and unique passwords for all accounts. Use two-factor authentication whenever possible. Many financial institutions, email providers, and social [...]
There is lots of accessible tax information online for people with disabilities. Go to IRS.gov/accessible to find what you need. This page contains tax information in many helpful formats. The IRS has created tax products just for people who use assistive technology, such as screen reading software, refreshable Braille displays, and voice recognition software. This accessibility [...]
Remember: gift cards are for gifts, not for making tax payments. Many people give gift cards as a convenient gift for any occasion. Scammers use gift cards to steal your money. Here's how this usually works: The scammer may call you, impersonating an IRS agent, or contact you by text, email, or social media. The criminal [...]
If IRS increased how much you owe, such as through an audit, and you disagree, in most cases you may be able to appeal the IRS' decision. The IRS Independent Office of Appeals, sometimes referred to as Appeals, is a separate organization within the IRS. Their mission is to resolve tax disputes fairly and impartially. They [...]
It's important to think about hurricanes, tornadoes, and other disasters so you're prepared in case they happen. This includes safeguarding your tax forms and other financial records. First, you could take advantage of electronic record keeping. See if you can receive your bank statements and related documents by email. For paper documents such as W-2s and [...]
