to avoid tax season fraud

By IRS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

Each year, taxpayers’ personal information is compromised through phishing scams or by unscrupulous tax preparers With tax season kicking off this month, IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) wants taxpayers to be aware of tax-related fraud your tax return preparer’s credentials should be top priority this time of year since you have the ultimate responsibility of the accuracy of what is put on your tax return,” IRS-CI acting Special Agent in Charge Ronald A Loecker said to avoid tax season fraud include: a tax preparer wisely Look for preparer who is available year-round