IRS Releases the Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2012

02/18/2012 08:44

The IRS releases an annual list of the common scams that taxpayers could encounter. Be informed so you don't become a victim.

  1. Identity Theft
  2. Phishing
  3. Return Preparer Fraud
  4. Hiding Income Offshore
  5. "Free Money" from the IRS & Tax Scams involving Social Security
  6. False/Inflated Income and Expenses
  7. False Form 1099 Refund Claims
  8. Frivolous Arguments
  9. Falsely Claiming Zero Wages
  10. Abuse of Charitable Organizations and Deductions
  11. Disguised Corporate Ownership
  12. Misuse of Trusts

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IRS Releases the Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2012