Beware Unexpected Tax Refund Offers
Another tip? Common tax scams in 2026 include messages claiming that the target qualifies for new tax credits or larger refunds — relying on the target’s hope for more money or a better deal to trick them into sharing personal information.
Clicking on a link from these scam messages will direct victims to offer up Social Security numbers and birth dates, paving the way for full-blown identity theft.
If you think you’ve been a victim of a scam like any of the ones mentioned in this article, you should report it to the BBB, the IRS, and/or the Federal Trade Commission.
