Taxpayers Beware: The Scammers Are Out!
Robb Mayberry Apr 17, 2017 4:34 pm
In 1789, Benjamin Franklin wrote in a letter, “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”
Mr Franklin was very perceptive to recognize these certainties. However, if he were alive today he might want to add “scammers” to his list.
According to the IRS, there has been a surge in impersonators looking to steal taxpayers’ money or even identity in recent years. Scammers make unsolicited calls claiming to be IRS officials. They demand that the victim pay a bogus tax bill. They con the victim into sending cash, usually through a prepaid debit card or wire transfer.
Learn to protect yourself by identifying scammer tactics:
- They may alter their phone number so it appears on your caller ID … continue reading »
Tax season, just like holidays, is also time for tax scams, with numerous online scams that attempt to steal people’s tax refunds, bank accounts, or identities. Last year, the
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