Fake calls claiming you owe back taxes are rising, the FTC warns. These scams rely on pressure and confusion, but a few simple checks can help you avoid becoming a victim.

Social media scams: The IRS warns taxpayers not to fall victim to taking “bad tax advice” from social media that may lead ...

The IRS has warned Americans about rising tax scams ahead of the 2026 filing season. Fraudsters are using fake messages, ...

Scammers are impersonating the IRS and tax prep services through urgent emails, texts, and calls designed to steal personal and financial information.

News 19's Ellie Byrd sat down with Karen Reeves, the President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of North Alabama, to ...

Tax season is rife with scams designed to exploit taxpayers, according to Jo Ann Deal from the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Before answering unknown calls, learn the most common phone scams and warning signs so you can protect your money and keep fraudsters out of your wallet.

SUGAR LAND, Texas (WPVI) -- A Sugar Land woman is warning others to be on guard against scammers claiming to be calling from the IRS. "I was terrified. It's the IRS. You don't hang up on them," said ...

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When it comes to taking tax advice, you might want to ignore what you see on social media, the Internal Revenue Service warns, since much of the so-called advice from “tax experts” is a scam that can ...