If you’re like nearly two-thirds of Americans you’re likely worried about tax season and scammers filing a fraudulent return in your name. Now, tax experts are weighing in on how to prevent getting scammed. Veuer’s Tony Spitz has the details.
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00:00If you're like nearly two-thirds of Americans, you're likely worried about tax season and scammers filing a fraudulent return in your name.
00:07They do this in an attempt to pocket your return, something which can take upwards of two years to sort out.
00:12So how can you protect yourself?
00:14Experts say that the first step is to file your taxes as soon as possible.
00:18This helps to close the window in which a bad actor can acquire your social security number and file a tax return in your name because you've already done it.
00:26The IRS also recommends getting an identity protection PIN, something issued directly from them.
00:31The IRS requires these PINs for anyone who has already been hit with fraud.
00:34However, if you want to prevent it, you may request one for added tax security.
00:38The PIN may be requested from the official IRS website, and you will be designated a new one every year.
00:44Sort of like two-factor identification for your tax return.
00:47Because scammers are getting better at getting your information, so you need to get better at keeping it safe.
00:56For more information, visit www.FEMA.gov