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Falling for tax scams can even get you in trouble with the IRS and the law.
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According to theIRS, these communications are phishing or smishing attempts you should report to the agency.
If theres a real tax issue, the IRS usually sends official letters in the mail.
Some IRS imposters call to intimidate or threaten taxpayers into paying tax bills they dont even owe.
Believing these claims could actually increase your costs with IRS penalties and interest and lead to legal issues.
W-2 Scams
Other scams involve theW-2 forms employersusually send you in late January.
Some preparers promise a bigger refund by lying about your income, credits or deductions.
Always research tax preparers and their credentials before working with them.
you’re able to also discuss your situation with a trustworthy tax professional.
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