IRS, Tax Scams and Watch Out

Watch Out for These 6 Dirty and Dangerous Tax Scams the IRS Revealed
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) opened the 2025 tax season on Jan. 27, which not only means that thousands of people began filing their tax returns, but also means that scammers are
IRS warns of increase in tax-related scams
The IRS is warning taxpayers about an increase in tax-related scams as the tax season begins. Stay up to date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25 Sign up for our Newsletters Experts say "ghost preparers" are posing as legitimate tax preparers,
Watch out for scam websites and text impersonating the IRS; how to spot the fakes
Also, watch out for scam texts claiming you qualify for a tax loophole or benefit. There are also scam texts that claim you're eligible for an economic stimulus payment. Zilberstein says that, thanks to technology, these scam texts can even have your name, address, and other personal information.
Beware of tax scams: IRS unveils 2025 ‘Dirty Dozen’ list as refund season gets underway
Scammers are 'relentless,' according to a new IRS alert listing the 'Dirty Dozen' tax scams. Bad social media advice triggers trouble with refunds.
IRS exposes the ‘Dirty Dozen,’ the top tax scams you can’t afford to ignore
The due date for filing your taxes is exactly one month away, and as people begin to file, scammers start to follow. The Internal Revenue Service wants to ensure taxpayers know what to watch out for when completing their returns this year.
IRS issues warning: Take this tax ‘advice’ and face criminal charges
The IRS has long warned taxpayers of scams targeting them and their personal and financial data, particularly around tax ...
IRS warning: Filing this claim could cost you $5,000 in fines, jail time
The Internal Revenue Service has warned people not to follow advice they see on social media. Among the things to avoid is a new trend that encourages people to overstate their withholdings in hopes ...
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Meridian Police are warning residents to be cautious of text scams involving IRS payments
Meridian Police is reminding the public that if you receive a text message claiming to be from the IRS demanding immediate ...
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IRS warning about stimulus check scam
Last year, the IRS announced that there are people out there who didn't get their pandemic-era stimulus checks. While that's true, it left the door open for scammers to make everyone think they were ...
IRS issues warning: Avoid this or you could face criminal charges
While scams are always an problem, the IRS is issuing a warning about a “growing concern” during the 2025 tax season.