{"id":494,"date":"2017-02-01T11:46:42","date_gmt":"2017-02-01T18:46:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dshsolutions.com\/wordpress\/?p=494"},"modified":"2017-02-01T11:46:42","modified_gmt":"2017-02-01T18:46:42","slug":"webinar-for-consumers-on-tax-identity-theft-federal-trade-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dshsolutions.com\/wordpress\/webinar-for-consumers-on-tax-identity-theft-federal-trade-commission\/","title":{"rendered":"Webinar for Consumers on Tax Identity Theft | Federal Trade Commission"},"content":{"rendered":"

During tax time, there are a lot of clever people who use their powers for evil waiting to take advantage of you. \u00a0Here is one tool to fight back.<\/p>\n

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As part of National Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week, AARP\u2019s Fraud Watch Network and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide<\/a> are joining forces with federal agencies to highlight the dangers of tax identity theft and recovery steps for victims. To register for the free webinar on February 2 at 2 pm EST, click here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
How it Works:<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tax identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information for a fraudulent refund or to earn wages. It can involve:<\/p>\n
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  • Filing a tax return using another person\u2019s Social Security number.<\/li>\n
  • Claiming someone else\u2019s children as dependents.<\/li>\n
  • Claiming a tax refund using a deceased taxpayer\u2019s information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
What Are The Signs:<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • Your Social Security number is lost, stolen or compromised.<\/li>\n
  • Your tax refund is delayed.<\/li>\n
  • You receive a notice from the IRS stating it has received a duplicate tax return filing, you have unreported income, or you and somebody else are claiming the same dependents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
What You Should Do:<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
To avoid becoming a victim of tax identity theft:<\/p>\n
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  • Submit your tax return as early in the tax season as possible.<\/li>\n
  • Be careful what you share \u2013\u00a0don\u2019t give out your personal information unless you know who is asking and why, and don\u2019t be shy about refusing!<\/li>\n
  • Dispose of sensitive information safely \u2013 shred it with a micro-cut shredder.<\/li>\n
  • Know your tax preparer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Check the status of your refund after filing at www.irs.gov\/refunds<\/a>. If you think someone filed a fraudulent refund with your information, call the IRS Identity Theft line at 800-908-4490. To learn more, visit www.ftc.gov\/taxidtheft<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Kristin Keckeisen
\nFraud Watch Network<\/p>\n

P.S.\u00a0<\/strong>Spotted a scam?\u00a0 Tell us about it.\u00a0 Our scam-tracking map gives you information about the latest scams targeting people in your state.\u00a0 You\u2019ll also find first-hand accounts from scam-spotters who are sharing their experiences so you know how to protect yourself and your family.<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Source: Webinar for Consumers on Tax Identity Theft | Federal Trade Commission<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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