Fraud
IRS Warns Donors about Charity Scams Following Recent Tragedies in Boston and Texas
It’s sad but true. Following major disasters and tragedies, scam artists impersonate charities to steal money or get private information from well-intentioned taxpayers. Fraudulent schemes involve solicitations by phone, social media, email or in-person. Scam artists use a variety of … read more
Beware of Bogus IRS Emails
The IRS receives thousands of reports every year from taxpayers who receive emails out-of-the-blue claiming to be from the IRS. Scammers use the IRS name or logo to make the message appear authentic so you will respond to it. In … read more
Impact of Tax Fraud and Tax-Related Identity Theft
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina E. Olson recently released a report to Congress that identifies the priority issues the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will focus on during the upcoming fiscal year. The report expresses particular concern about the taxpayer impact of … read more
Phishing Scams Involving the IRS
I wish fishing scams didn’t go beyond over eager anglers breaking the rules in a fishing tournament. But that’s a different kind of fish story. This one’s a bit more serious. Phishing is a scam typically carried out by unsolicited … read more
What Can You Do To Protect Your Business from Fraud?
Fraud seems to be prevalent throughout all areas of business these days, no matter the size or industry of a business. Big businesses have the resources to fund antifraud and internal controls necessary to prevent or detect fraud. Small businesses, … read more
Tax Return Fraud Soars
Tax fraud went up 181% for the 2010 filing season, according to the IRS. This large increase in fraud is due to two primary causes: the first is a bad economy, and the second is a push-and-pull from both sides … read more
IRS Warns Against Identity Theft
I have had both friends and associates that have been victims of identity theft. It is a nasty experience for all concerned and leaves you with a sick feeling in the bottom of your stomach. The IRS is getting serious … read more
IRS Warns Taxpayers to Beware of First-Time Homebuyer Credit Fraud
Recently the IRS warned taxpayers to beware of this type of scheme by making sure the tax preparer is providing good information related to taking this credit and that all the requirements are met. The IRS announced its first successful … read more