
December 22, 2025

Regulators warn about questionable tax companies as tax scams rise, urging taxpayers to verify tax preparers and protect personal information.

Regulators warn about tax debt settlement firms using misleading tactics, urging taxpayers to review IRS tax relief options and avoid costly debt relief scams.

SMS tax scams are increasing as the IRS warns taxpayers about phishing text messages, identity theft risks, and fake refund alerts during tax season.

Tax-related text message fraud is increasing nationwide, with scammers using phishing text messages to steal personal information and tax refunds.

Tax return preparer fraud investigations reveal refund fraud schemes, false tax returns, and enforcement actions against paid tax return preparers.

Authorities expand investigations into tax return preparer fraud in 2025, warning taxpayers about ghost preparers, refund fraud schemes, and improper filings.