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Beware of Scams

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Scams always heat up during the tax filing season. One that consistently ranks high on the IRS list the worst scams, involves fake phone calls. Criminals pose as IRS agents, hoping to steal money or personal information from those they target. The IRS reminds taxpayers that they will never: call to demand immediate payment; threaten taxpayers with law enforcement; demand payment of taxes without letting taxpayers question the amount owed; or call out of the blue about an unexpected tax refund. What should you do? The IRS advises you to “hang up immediately” and report the call. To learn more from the IRS: https://bit.ly/2Q2jyVj