TikTok influencers are promoting the use of a tax form on 'FinTok' that could get you in trouble with the IRS.

Employment-related identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information, commonly a Social Security number, to get hired for jobs and earn income illegally. In many cases, the victim ...

Many DIY tax software programs offer free tax filing for basic tax situations. But if your income is complex, most will prompt you to upgrade to a paid version.

MONTANA – The IRS has introduced a new website aimed at combating tax fraud and scams, making it easier for individuals to report issues. The IRS stated that the new platform allows users to report ...

Scammers are ramping up their efforts this tax season with a new wave of aggressive IRS‑themed robocalls that threaten arrest, lawsuits and liens to try to steal your information and money. Nomorobo, ...

Common scams include fake refund claims, threats of arrest, and suspicious links impersonating the official IRS.gov website. The IRS will not initiate contact through unsolicited texts, emails, or ...

Taxpayers are seeing bigger refunds on average so far in 2026, according to statistics released by the IRS. The average refund is expected to keep climbing once refunds for certain taxpayers are paid ...

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We’re still a decent amount of time out from taxes being due. The IRS is very much stressing direct deposit as the way to go to get your tax refund this year. This highlights a shift towards ...

Tax season no longer begins in April. For scammers, it starts the moment the calendar flips to January. While you're waiting for your W-2 or 1099 to arrive, cybercriminals are already sending out ...

WASHINGTON — A new rule from the Internal Revenue Service could make some people wait weeks before they get their tax refund this year. The rule focuses on how refunds are paid. Starting in 2026, the ...

The Internal Revenue Service’s website appears to be down for some users on Wednesday morning. Tracking site Downdetector.com showed a surge in reports around 9 a.m. this morning. Users report issues ...