The Internal Revenue Service has now closed nearly all outstanding claims for the employee retention credit aside from 41,000 ...

It’s time to file your tax return. And cybercriminals are lurking to make an already stressful period even more edgy.

Scammers often pose as IRS officials and may file fraudulent tax returns before the real taxpayers file. Here's what to know ...

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

As tax season begins, federal officials are warning taxpayers to keep an eye out for scams designed to steal personal information, and potentially, entire funds ...

As the 2026 tax season begins, IRS Criminal Investigation officials in Atlanta warn taxpayers to be cautious of fraudulent tax preparers, noting a significant increase in tax fraud cases.

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

The IRS has significantly enhanced its capabilities with the Information Returns Processing System. This system meticulously compares data from employers and third parties, such as W-2s, 1099s, and ...

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

The IRS is finding far more financial crime—and far more tax fraud—than it did just one year ago. The agency’s Criminal Investigation division said it identified $10.59 billion in financial crimes in ...

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 7: A sign is displayed outside of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Building on June 7, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kevin Carter/Getty Images) In this episode of Tax Notes ...