Every year, the IRS publishes its “ Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, highlighting the most common schemes targeting taxpayers.

From phishing emails to bogus tax credits, the IRS warns that scammers keep changing tactics. Here’s what you should know about the most common tax scams now and how to avoid them this filing season.

Experts say scammers are using new tactics to target taxpayers. Knowing the warning signs could help protect you.

WASHINGTON -- The Internal Revenue Service on Thursday announced its 2026 list of Dirty Dozen tax scams that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals.

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 13: A sign for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seen outside its building on February 13, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images) Losing money ...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday released its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, warning taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to stay alert to increasingly sophisticated ...

From fake children to an arson case, these bizarre tax fraud cases show the wildest schemes the IRS has uncovered.

If you think tax practitioners are busy during tax season, imagine how busy tax scammers are, as they roll out a host of schemes to try to trick taxpayers into installing malware, divulging private ...