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Does the IRS use LinkedIn?
The IRS also uses social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and even Google Street View to investigate taxpayers. But IRS agents are allowed to use information they find about an individual taxpayer or business if it is made publicly available on a social networking site.
Will the IRS call you about suspicious activity?
Why would the IRS call me? Typically, the IRS will only call you if you owe a significant amount of back taxes or if they field audit you. In either of these cases, the IRS will send you a notice by mail first before they attempt to contact you by phone.
Is there a fake IRS website?
In addition to Web sites established by scammers, there are commercial Internet sites that often resemble the authentic IRS site or contain some form of the IRS name in the address but end with a .com, . net, . org or other designation instead of . gov.
Does the IRS send email notifications?
Scammers send emails that trick businesses and taxpayers into thinking the messages are official communications from the IRS or others in the tax industry. The IRS does not use email, text messages or social media to discuss tax debts or refunds with taxpayers.
What is the number to IRS gov?
800-829-1040
Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040.
Why is the IRS website saying my information is wrong?
This is normal. Your return is currently being processed. If your return was accepted less than 21 days ago, it can take anywhere from a few days to 3 weeks to update. As your return moves through the system, the status of it will be updated accordingly.
Why did I receive a letter from the IRS?
The IRS will send a notice or a letter for any number of reasons, including: Identifying a specific issue on your federal tax return or account that needs action; Explaining changes to your return or account; Asking for missing or more information; or.
How do I talk to an IRS representative?
Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040. Customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, unless otherwise noted (see telephone assistance for more information).
Why did the IRS issue an alert on the IRS name?
The IRS issues an alert on the misuse of the IRS name in email and identity theft schemes. The Internal Revenue Service has issued several recent consumer warnings on the fraudulent use of the IRS name or logo by scammers trying to gain access to consumers’ financial information in order to steal their identity and assets.
What is an identity verification notice from the IRS?
While in the past identity verification notices were sent to taxpayers requesting a refund, now identity verification notices are also being sent for tax returns reporting a balance due or no balance due. There are two specific IRS Letters which request taxpayer identity verification.
Is the Internal Revenue Service issuing consumer warnings about identity theft?
The Internal Revenue Service has issued several recent consumer warnings on the fraudulent use of the IRS name or logo by scammers trying to gain access to consumers’ financial information in order to steal their identity and assets. When identity theft takes place over the Internet, it is called phishing.
Are there any suspicious emails from the IRS?
Suspicious emails and Identity Theft. The Internal Revenue Service has issued several recent consumer warnings on the fraudulent use of the IRS name or logo by scammers trying to gain access to consumers’ financial information in order to steal their identity and assets. When identity theft takes place over the Internet, it is called phishing.