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Number 4 - Imposter Scams
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Here's how this one works: Someone claiming to be from the IRS either calls you or leaves a voice message saying you owe back taxes.
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The caller threatens to sue you... or even arrest you... if you don't wire the money - immediately!
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In this scam sometimes, the letters "I-R-S" show up on the caller ID.
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To sound legitimate, the caller provides a "badge number" or even knows the last four digits of your Social Security number.
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Don't fall for these IRS imposters. The real IRS communicates with taxpayers through the U.S. Postal Service, not by phone or email.
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For more information on scams, visit USPIS.gov