Tax Scams To Watch Out for During IRS Filing Season
Summary
During tax season, scammers try to trick people by pretending to be the IRS or offering fake refunds. These scams include fake calls, messages, and emails aimed at stealing money and personal information. People should be cautious of these tactics to protect themselves from losing money or having their identity stolen.Key Facts
- Scammers pretend to be IRS agents and threaten people to pay fake back taxes.
- These impostors use urgent language to pressure victims into quick payments.
- Fake refund messages (phishing) ask for personal information to steal refunds.
- Identity thieves file tax returns using stolen identities to take refunds.
- Scammers create fake charities during disasters to steal donations and personal data.
- An estimated $9.1 billion was lost to tax-related scams in 2024.
- Almost one in two people reported being exposed to IRS impersonation scams in 2025 surveys.
- The IRS does not make contact through phone calls, texts, or social media.
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