Scams to watch out for during 2025 tax season

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.
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 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.
How to protect your money from scammers this tax season
It’s tax season – and while you get your financials in order, scammers may be looking to steal your information. Tax season sees an increase in scams, as
Tax season tips: Avoid scams, verify pros, and file safely before April 15
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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.
Top scams to watch out for this tax season
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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.
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,
IRS warns of possible scams when filing taxes in 2025
In a bid to safeguard taxpayers from evolving tax scams, the IRS and the Coalition Against Scam and Scheme Threats (CASST) have introduced pivotal changes for the 2025 tax season.
Tax season 2025: Common problems can delay refunds
Some dread doing taxes and wait until the last minute. But millions of others file early to get their tax refunds. What to ...
Tax scam season: Officials urge residents to beware of fraudulent calls and threats
While you're gathering your tax documents, there are scammers out there who want your money just as much as you do.