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IRS Will Allow Taxpayers To Opt-In To IP PIN Program

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 24, 2020December 14, 2020

Beginning in January 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will be expanding the voluntary Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) program. What Is An IP PIN?

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IRS Has A New Tool To Fight Against Identity Theft

Kelly Phillips ErbFebruary 6, 2020April 9, 2020

Despite a steep drop in tax-related identity theft in recent years, the scam remains serious enough to earn a spot on the agency’s 2019 “Dirty Dozen”

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IRS Commissioner Reminds Taxpayers To Protect Data

Kelly Phillips ErbNovember 14, 2019November 29, 2019

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Chuck Rettig has a message to taxpayers about personal data security. Rettig reminds taxpayers that while the IRS is working

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How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft, Scams, And Fraud

How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft, Scams, And Fraud

Kelly Phillips ErbDecember 15, 2018November 1, 2019

The more you know about how to protect yourself, the better chance you have to not be a victim. Here are 13 tips help you protect yourself from identity theft, scams, and fraud:

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How To Avoid Social Security And Medicare Scams

Kelly Phillips ErbAugust 17, 2018July 1, 2022

Figuring out Social Security and Medicare taxes and benefits can be confusing for taxpayers, and increasingly, taxpayers are turning online and to professionals for help.

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IRS Warns On Form Scam

Kelly Phillips ErbMay 10, 2018July 11, 2022

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning about a new identity theft scam targeting international taxpayers and non-resident aliens. Here’s what you need to know.

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IRS Issues Urgent Warning On New Tax Refund Scam

Kelly Phillips ErbFebruary 13, 2018July 27, 2022

Just when you thought you’d read about all of the tax scams: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning taxpayers about a new – and growing –

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What You Need To Know About Identity Theft & Tax Returns

Kelly Phillips ErbFebruary 2, 2018July 27, 2022

With tax season in full swing, identity theft related tax fraud has become a hot topic. While taking steps to protect yourself from identity theft is always smart, it’s important that you don’t get too caught up in the hype. Here are five things you need to know about identity theft and tax returns.

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IRS Issues Reminders About W-2 Identity Theft Scam

Kelly Phillips ErbFebruary 1, 2018July 27, 2022

Tax forms were due to most taxpayers yesterday (click here for more about due dates) but that doesn’t mean that scammers are taking a break. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) continues to remind taxpayers about a form W-2 phishing scam that could make the rounds again in 2018.

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IRS Advises Taxpayers To Watch Out For Schemes

Kelly Phillips ErbDecember 30, 2017July 29, 2022

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued an alert about a new email scheme targeting taxpayers. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself.

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