These criminals often try to lend credibility to their schemes by sending fake letters that appear to be from the IRS.

There's a link as well. The text isn't real, but here's the problem, people are getting Economic Impact Payments from the IRS ...

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That real scenario prompted scammers to start sending fake emails ... It's gonna come in a letter," said Ryan Dodson, Stanaland, Dodson & Associates, LLP. Nothing with the IRS happens fast.

To verify the IRS sent the letter or notice, you can search for it on IRS.gov. Some letters are sent from private collection agencies. The IRS will never initiate contact with you by email ...

It says agents have been trying to reach you about an unpaid tax bill and a warrant is out for your arrest. Tax scams can be simple: Victims are told they owe taxes and must settle their debt ...

Scammers go beyond impersonating the IRS. They impersonate taxpayers as well, filing a tax return under your name. Here are some ways to avoid these tax scams: File taxes as early as possible. File ...