10/15/2026
Scammers target people who already owe the IRS β because the fear is real, and they count on it.
The 2026 IRS "Dirty Dozen" list flags AI voice-cloned scam calls, phishing texts with QR codes, fake "tax hack" advice on social media, misleading settlement ("OIC mill") offers, and ghost preparers who won't sign your return.
Remember: the IRS contacts you by mail first. Swipe through to learn how to spot the real thing and protect yourself. π²