During tax season we see a big up tick in tax scams. We suggest using the ARP method to protect from tax scams.
Act Fast – File your taxes early and any attempts to trick you will be easily identified and protect you from someone trying to maliciously file with your social.
Recognize – Educate yourself on the various scams being used such as IRS letter or email scams.
Know the procedures – The IRS generally reaches out to taxpayers via USPS before contacting them by phone. The IRS does not leave threatening phone messages to involve local authorities.
IRS does not demand payment via debit or gift cards
IRS only accept direct payments, not through third parties
IRS doesn’t start any investigations via email.
Protect – Use complex passwords, Enable 2FA, and have remote wipe features on your devices.
