A bogus “Agent Smith” of the IRS has been calling the wrong number.
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Busting An IRS Scam-Call Center
Tag Archives: Fraud
Yes, Proof Is Required
Justice Department lawyers, listen up: Fraud is only fraud if the perpetrator intends to commit fraud.
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Green Card Scandal In The Green Mountains
Would-be immigrants poured money into several Vermont projects now mired in scandal. They may lose their money and their chance of obtaining visas.
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An Unprofitable Identity Theft
Someone tried to steal an identity and a tax refund, but things did not go according to plan.
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A Plastic Shopping Spree
A credit card went shopping in an Atlanta mall, while its owner was someplace else.
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The Unbanked IRS
Smart regulation would bring people into the banking system, not toss them out.
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Confidentiality For Criminals
If a crook files a false tax return in your name, the IRS may not let you see it – in order to protect the crook’s privacy.
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Your Tax Return Got Faked? Blame Yourself
Tax fraudsters take advantage of loose rules on money transfers, and bureaucrats blame taxpayers who want prompt refunds.
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A Senseless Fraud Prosecution Victimized Doctor And Patients
If prosecutors faced sanctions for bringing unfounded and silly cases, fewer would be brought.
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How The IRS Knows You Are Really You
To combat fraud, the IRS may ask taxpayers to make a good showing in a personalized version of Trivial Pursuit.
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