Top Scams of 2015 -- And What You Should Watch for in 2016

 

Now that 2015 has come to a close, tax season is just around the corner and with it comes our nation’s largest scam: IRS fraud. IRS scams are the most common con and pose a continued threat to the American taxpayer. Using threats and intimidation, phony IRS agents have stolen millions of dollars out of the pockets of hard working Americans. Each year we see more sophisticated tools and technology being used to generate doubt and panic in even the most logical and educated taxpayer.

Review all the top scams here and then join us for a conversation on the how you can protect your personal information and your pocketbook this tax season.

On the next AARP Live, airing Thursday, January 21 at 9 p.m. CT, we’ll help you learn how to spot and protect yourself from IRS imposters. For a quick preview, watch our video. Our guests will include AARP Vermont State Director Greg Marchildon, AARP Wisconsin State Director Sam Wilson, and AARP Maine State Director Lori Parham.

Got a question or a story about how you protect personal information during tax season? Call us live at 877-283-7570, or send a Tweet to @AARPLive.  Watch AARP Live online at https://states.aarp.org/aarplive/.