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Tax season is a prime time for scams. IRS uncertainty could add to the issues this year

Scammers may exploit uncertainty from job cuts at the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, increasing risks for taxpayers.
The IRS warns that it will never contact individuals via email, text, or social media to request personal information.
Scammers are using more sophisticated methods, fueled by the rise of generative artificial intelligence, raising concerns among consumers.
Experts suggest filing taxes early to prevent scams and advise maintaining vigilance without panicking.

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Eye on Scams: IRS warns of tax scams

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- The IRS warns taxpayers and return preparers of scams this tax season after $2.12 billion in tax fraud was committed in fiscal year 2024. In Louisiana, tax preparers face criminal convictions for filing false tax returns. Kathryn Mobley, CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Acadiana, said a red flag clients can look for when choosing a preparer, is if they are offered an excessive refund. "You definitely want to make sur…

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Tax season is a prime time for scams. IRS uncertainty could make things worse this year

Tax scammers may try to reach you in a number of different ways.

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Newsweek

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Refunds and stimulus checks: Tax season scams to know

Learn how to spot and avoid scams including fake refunds, IRS impersonators and AI voice fraud targeting filers this season.

10 days ago·United States

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WXYZ

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BBB warns of text scam involving IRS stimulus checks & unclaimed money; here's what to know

With Tax Day coming up in less than three weeks, I want to let you know about a warning from the Better Business Bureau.During an interview with a spokesperson for the BBB, I learned about a new scam they are seeing in 2025.Related: 'Shocked and confused': 1099-K reveals identity theft still happening; here's what you need to know"What is the emerging scam this year? Have you identified one?" I asked Melanie McGovern with the BBB."We have seen a…

10 days ago·Detroit, United States

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Buzzfeed

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19 Sneaky Modern-Day "Scams" We've All Accepted For YEARS Without Question

"This is just marketing, and worse, people are falling for it..."View Entire Post ›

11 days ago·New York, United States

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Inquisitr

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Taxpayers Beware! These Common Mistakes Could Delay or Block Your Tax Return

IRS has asked tax-payers to avoid common mistakes while filing taxes. To help them, the department has released a set of instructions for citizens to help them with their tax returns.

11 days ago·United States

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