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
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”
Read MoreIRS Commissioner Reminds Taxpayers To Protect Data
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
Read MoreHow To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft, Scams, And Fraud
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:
Read MoreHow To Avoid Social Security And Medicare Scams
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.
Read MoreIRS Warns On Form Scam
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.
Read MoreIRS Issues Urgent Warning On New Tax Refund Scam
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 –
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Identity Theft & Tax Returns
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.
Read MoreIRS Issues Reminders About W-2 Identity Theft Scam
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.
Read MoreIRS Advises Taxpayers To Watch Out For Schemes
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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