From AI-generated calls to phishing texts, scammers are working overtime this tax season. These practical strategies will help you avoid fraud and keep your refund safe.

The Internal Revenue Service has released its annual list of the 12 most dangerous tax scams, including a new long-term capital gains credit scam, bad new advice on social media, and more.

Tax season no longer begins in April. For scammers, it starts the moment the calendar flips to January. While you're waiting for your W-2 or 1099 to arrive, cybercriminals are already sending out ...

Fake calls claiming you owe back taxes are rising, the FTC warns. These scams rely on pressure and confusion, but a few simple checks can help you avoid becoming a victim. As the Internal Revenue ...

Holiday shopping season is now peak season for tax fraud, and the Internal Revenue Service is warning that criminals are working just as hard as retailers in the final stretch before Christmas.

In 2026, tax risks extend beyond filing errors or missed deductions. As communication methods have evolved and financial systems have become more automated, bad actors are finding new ways to ...

Common scams include fake refund claims, threats of arrest, and suspicious links impersonating the official IRS.gov website. The IRS will not initiate contact through unsolicited texts, emails, or ...

Every year, tax season makes all of us prime targets for social engineering scams. And now, thanks to AI, it's easy to build new scams designed to get you to hand over your financial data, or even ...

Messages that claim you're due a tax refund are scams. The scammers want your bank account or Social Security number. Don't respond to the message. Instead, report it and then delete it. Most of us ...

High-pressure tactics, official-sounding messages and other tricks are potentially bedeviling taxpayers.