As returns are sent off, criminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to steal money.

America’s tax season has brought a new alert for taxpayers amid a spike in scam callers. The Federal Trade Commission reports ...

IRS impersonation scams use fake refund alerts and urgent account issues to steal taxpayer data during 2026 tax season, ...

This IRS text message scam keeps fooling people - 3 ways security experts avoid it ...

The FTC is warning taxpayers to keep an eye out for phishing and smishing scams aimed at stealing tax refunds and personal ...

The Medford Police Department and Medford Municipal Court are raising the alarm about scam text messages targeting locals.

5 Tax Scams the IRS Warns are Targeting Millions of Americans ...

Tax season is a busy time, and it’s also when scammers are most active. Knowing the warning signs of tax scams and how the IRS actually contacts people can help you avoid becoming a victim.

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. As the Internal Revenue ...

Holiday shopping season is now peak season for tax fraud, and the Internal Revenue Service is warning that criminals are working just as hard as retailers in the final stretch before Christmas.

The 2026 tax filing season—for 2025 returns—begins on Jan. 26, which means scammers are ramping up efforts to steal taxpayers' information and money.