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IRS Reveals 2025's Top Tax Scams to Avoid

3/2/2025

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The IRS unveiled its 2025 "Dirty Dozen" list, highlighting prevalent tax scams.
Major threats include phishing, fraudulent charities, and bogus tax credits.
Scammers increasingly use social media and tax season to deceive taxpayers.
Taxpayers are urged to verify information and report scams to the IRS.
This initiative focuses on educating the public to prevent identity theft and financial loss.

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Story summary

The IRS unveiled its 2025 "Dirty Dozen" list, highlighting prevalent tax scams.
Major threats include phishing, fraudulent charities, and bogus tax credits.
Scammers increasingly use social media and tax season to deceive taxpayers.
Taxpayers are urged to verify information and report scams to the IRS.
This initiative focuses on educating the public to prevent identity theft and financial loss.