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The IRS’s “Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams

Thursday, March 28th, 2013

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Each year, based on information derived from their data base, the Internal Revenue Service publishes a list of the top twelve tax return scams that have been observed, and in many case, prosecuted by the Federal government.  The IRS is continuously leveraging the many benefits and advantages which are being provided by and  associated with information technology.  While you may have been able to participate and gain from one or more of these scams in the past by being “under the radar”, that situation is rapidly changing.  If you are considering any of these activities, or if you are planning to participate in a tax scam, you would be wise to reconsider the risks and adverse outcomes from your plans.

You may also look at this list and determine whether or not your current or past activities have placed you at risk for becoming a victim of one or more of these tax scams.  If there are risks, then perhaps you should make several important changes in your plans and activities to either reduce or eliminate these risks.   

If you have already filed either a fraudulent, incorrect, or erroneous tax return, you should contact either a Certified Public Accountant or tax attorney immediately. (more…)