Apr 16, 2014

We All Want Our IRS Tax Refunds Quickly, But Watch Out For The Slew Of Scams That Prey On You During IRS Season

HEMU’S BOTTOM LINE: We All Want Our IRS Tax Refunds Quickly, But Watch Out For The Slew Of Scams That Prey On You During IRS Season

With tax season here, be aware of the scams that come along with it. Treat phone calls, emails, and advice from friends with caution. You may receive a phone call or email saying they, or someone in their family, is in trouble with the IRS, followed by a request to send money. It’s easy to fall into the trap if you do not understand how the IRS works, so be sure to keep a wary eye and ear concerning suspicious threats and accusations from the IRS.

Read these articles to learn about the reported scams in Oregon involving warrants for arrest and Georgia where people have received ‘urgent calls’ after having filed their taxes.
In terms of the articles under the bottom line — are there articles written by major news outlets versus small or local outlets that we can use?