Cyber experts warn against tax refund scams.
The IRS is warning taxpayers to look out for new tax refund scams that trick people to believe they are owed a refund. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning taxpayers to be on the lookout for new tax refund scams that promise large refunds and try to trick people into believing they are owed money.
Tax refund scams involve the use of false information, deceptive emails or websites, and other tactics to convince people that they are owed a refund or other financial benefit. Scammers may also attempt to collect personal information such as Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, or other financial data in order to commit identity theft or other fraudulent activities.
Taxpayers should be aware that the IRS will never contact them directly via email or text message and will never request financial information or payment via these channels. The IRS also never asks for personal information such as passwords or pins over the phone.
If you receive an email or text claiming to be from the IRS, do not click any links or respond. Instead, contact the IRS directly to verify the information. If you receive a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS, do not provide any personal information and hang up.
The best way to protect yourself from tax refund scams is to remain vigilant and be aware of the tactics that scammers use. Be sure to keep your personal information secure and do not provide it to anyone who contacts you claiming to be from the IRS. If you think you may be a victim of a tax refund scam, contact the IRS immediately.