Scams to watch out for during 2025 tax season

As Tax Season Begins, Beware These Common Scams
Tax season is a prime time for scammers, who often try to steal returns from unsuspecting filers. Over the years, scammers have learned and employed increasingly sophisticated tactics to make people more vulnerable through fear and urgency.
Tax season is here. How to avoid scams and how the IRS is making filing easier
The tax filing season kicked off on Jan 27, with the Internal Revenue Service accepting returns. Taxpayers could face problems from scammers.
With Tax Season Now Open, Scammers Hope You Will Fall For Their Tricks
Now that the tax filing season is open, scammers hope that distracted taxpayers will click on malicious links or provide info that can be used to steal identities.
Protect yourself from scams during tax season with this tip
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BBB warns of tax season scams
IRS Criminal Investigation says in fiscal year 2022, they had more than 2,550 criminal cases. $31 billion were identified from tax and financial crimes. And the United States Sentencing Commission says out of every 10 sentenced for tax fraud offenses, about seven were men and three were women.
Tax season tips: Avoid scams, verify pros, and file safely before April 15
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Tax season brings out the scammers | Paul Pahoresky
The start of tax season presents a new opportunity for tax scammers to try to steal sensitive data from taxpayers. People are starting to receive their tax forms including W-2s and 1099s.
Local expert offers advice on tax filing, avoiding scams
Tax season has arrived, and the IRS expects to process more than 140 million individual tax returns throughout the country this season. If you haven’t yet filed,
5 THINGS TO KNOW: How to spot and avoid tax scams this tax season
The Better Business Bureau gives information on how taxpayers can spot and avoid tax scams and identity theft this tax season. 1 How soon should I file taxes? The best way to avoid tax identity theft is to file your taxes as early as possible.
Experts warn about scams during tax season
Tax season is officially here. Monday is the first day you can start filing with the IRS and state income tax returns will be accepted starting Wednesday.
Scams to watch out for during the 2025 tax season
The Better Business Bureau is getting ready for the 2025 tax season just like every other tax-filing American, though the agency is looking to protect from scams, not get a refund check.
Tax scams: What to watch for in 2025
Each year, scammers refine their tactics to trick taxpayers out of their money. Here's what to watch for this year.
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Watch out for these three tax scams
The IRS is ready to receive your 2024 federal tax returns and many taxpayers expecting refunds are busy getting their forms ...
What the Tech: How to protect your tax refund
You may hate tax season, but the scammers love it to the tune of over 5 billion dollars. Here's a way to protect your tax refund with just 6 numbers.