Michigan taxpayers are vulnerable to tax fraud and identity theft as the April filing deadline gets closer. Here's what ...

A common tax scam is to file a tax return on someone's behalf and then intercept the tax refund but six numbers can prevent that.

The IRS is encouraging taxpayers to get an identity protection PIN (IP PIN). An IP PIN is a six-digit number that helps prevent thieves from filing federal tax returns in your name. With worries about ...

From phishing emails to bogus tax credits, the IRS warns that scammers keep changing tactics. Here’s what you should know about the most common tax scams now.

A view of the IRS building in Washington, D.C., on April 17, 2023. (Photo by Stefani Reynolds / AFP via Getty Images) The IRS’s identity-proofing program needs stronger oversight and better ...

Tax scams target Americans starting in January using personal data from brokers to create fake IRS emails and refund alerts ...

The Internal Revenue Service has released its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals.

WASHINGTON - The IRS announced that they will end the use of facial recognition for identity verification. The agency said Monday that the transition away from the facial recognition practice will ...

The FBI has issued a warning about a surge in tax-related identity theft, with criminals stealing taxpayer identities to file fraudulent returns and claim refunds. While tax fraud is certainly nothing ...

In 2026, tax scams are more convincing than ever, using AI, stolen data, and fake credentials. Here are some tips to help ...

Tax season already brings stress. In 2026, it brings added confusion. Changes to tax filing programs and the discontinuation of the free government-run filing system have left many taxpayers unsure ...