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IRS Scam Messages Surge: What To Do if You Get One

According to cybersecurity company Guardio, Americans experienced a 77 percent increase in IRS-related scam messages in January.

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IRS points out the main scam when submitting your taxes this 2025

Every tax season, thousands of U.S. taxpayers fall victim to scams that compromise their refunds and personal information. The IRS is committed to safeguarding taxpayers by raising awareness and providing guidance to prevent these fraudulent activities.

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BBB warns of IRS stimulus check text message scam

The IRS is issuing $1,400 tax rebate checks to eligible taxpayers, but scammers are sending fake texts pretending to be the IRS.

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IRS Scam Text Message: How to Avoid 'Smishing'

"Smishing" is a scam method that uses text messages to trick people into giving away sensitive information that could lead to losing money or having their identity stolen.

Yahoo · 2d

Scam of the week: Bogus text about $1,400 stimulus check

The Better Business Bureau says people are getting text messages about a $1,400 stimulus check, where the sender pretends to be the IRS and asks for personal information.

The Mirror US on MSN · 2d

IRS stimulus check scam: Taxpayers issued warning over $1,400 con

The Better Business Bureau has revealed that scammers are attempting a brand-new phishing scam which is designed to obtain sensitive information.

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A 2,600 stimulus check? Don't fall for this scam

Recently, social media has been buzzing with claims that the IRS will issue a $2,600 stimulus check by March. These posts suggest direct deposits for eligible individuals, sparking hope among ...

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Look out for the $1,400 stimulus check scam

The Internal Revenue Service has cautioned taxpayers about a new phishing scam designed to steal personal information by ...

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How to watch out for tax scams

Every year people are scammed of hundreds of millions of dollars as they file their taxes. It’s important to know the signs ...

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Tax scam alert: AI-powered fraud on the rise, here's how to protect your tax refund

Tax season is here, and so are the scammers. The Better Business Bureau warns criminals are impersonating the IRS, stealing ...

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Carroll County officials warn the community of a new scam going around

The Carroll County Sheriff's Office has posted a warning of a new scam. "If you receive this message either by text or email, do not respond, this is not from the IRS and is an attempt to gain your ...

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