Dirty Dozen Tax Scams of 2025: Protect Yourself!

Description: The IRS has released its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for 2025. Don't become a victim! We break down the 12 most common threats, from phishing emails and fake charities to misleading tax credits and shady preparers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money and personal information. Show Notes: IRS announcement: [Link to IRS.gov article] The 12 Dirty Dozen Scams for 2025: Email Phishing Scams (Phishing & Smishing) Bad Social Media Advice IRS Individual Online Account Help from Scammers Fake Charities False Fuel Tax Credit Claims Credits for Sick Leave and Family Leave (Form 7202) Bogus Self-Employment Tax Credit Improper Household Employment Taxes (Schedule H) The Overstated Withholding Scam (W-2, 1099s) Misleading Offers in Compromise (OIC) Ghost Tax Return Preparers New Client Scams and Spear Phishing (Targeting Tax Pros) How to report tax scams: Form 14242 ([Link to Form 14242 on IRS.gov]) IRS Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier tool: [Link to IRS tool]