These tax scams promise big tax refunds to those who claim oddball credits. IRS warns that inaccurate claims trigger delays of legitimate refunds.

The IRS outlines evolving tax scams, from unemployment fraud to social media tax “hacks," and warns taxpayers what to watch for in 2026.

The tax season is in full swing, and the Internal Revenue Service is already seeing new scams targeting not only taxpayers but also tax preparers. The IRS says this new scam begins with cybercriminals ...

Tax season is already stressful for many people. The last thing you need is a fake text about your tax refund or a call ...

CHICAGO -- The IRS told the I-Team that people are being targeted by scams from all directions. Not only are there fake IRS calls, but there are new tax scams gaining popularity, including one where ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you've already filed income tax returns (or about to), you'll need to watch out for scams that promise everything from larger ...

IRS impostor scams tend to spike during tax season, and a new change in how refunds are issued could create added confus ...

Taxpayers who receive these notices are being asked to take several steps within 30 days of receipt or face waiting months ...

With taxpayers seeing larger refunds so far this season, consumer experts are warning that scammers are trying to cash in. Early filing data from the Internal Revenue Service show the average tax ...

Millions of tax filers are the target of IRS impersonators in scams that cost victims over $72 billion in 2025 alone, according to ID Watchdog, and the threat of income tax scams are already surging ...