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

Tax scammers may try to reach you in a number of different ways — from lookalike emails, texts or phone calls impersonating ...

CNBC Select looks at how a growing number of Americans are fearful of cybercriminals stealing their tax refund.

Elon Musk has accused the Democratic Party of using fraudulent IRS refund payments as a tool to attract and retain illegal ...

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, and recommends choosing reputable tax return preparers and ...

Here’s you can avoid tax scams: Don’t respond to unsolicited ... on tax forms and don’t promise you excessive refunds. Rely on the IRS. Go to the IRS directly with any questions about ...

An estimated $5.5 billion is lost every year to tax fraud in the U.S., and you don't want your refund to be a part of that!

Many tax scams will ask you to act ... income or fake deductions to boost the refund, and switch the bank account listed to claim your money. The IRS will never initiate contact via email, text ...