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Tax identity theft: What it is, warning signs, what to do if you're a victim
Consider filing Form 14039 Identity Theft Affidavit.Social Security account shows wages you didn't earn or expectWhat should you do?If you use tax preparation software like TurboTax, H&R Block ...
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Stolen refunds from identity theft is a growing threat for taxpayers. Here's how to protect yourself.
file an IRS Identity Theft Affidavit (Form 14039). The form is separate from the Federal Trade Commission affidavit, which is used for reporting any type of identity theft. The IRS said victims ...
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Terry Savage: Protect yourself from identity theft when filing taxes
Then you must file IRS Form 14039, the Identity Theft Affidavit. Then the investigation process can take months. We’ve all gotten used to two-factor identification — those annoying codes ...
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Protect Yourself From Tax ID Theft: Keep Scammers Out of Your Refund
The IRS claims you owe taxes on income you never earned. — File Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) at irs.gov. — Call the IRS Identity Theft Hotline at 1-800-908-4490. — Alert the Federal ...
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Do this right now if your Social Security number was snared by hackers
to file a tax return claiming a fraudulent refund,” the agency says — you can submit Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit, online. You can also print a Form 14039 PDF and send it to the IRS.