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The Refund Scam Hitting During Filing Season and How to Avoid It

March 12, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Tax season attracts more than accountants, calculators, and piles of paperwork. It also attracts criminals who see refund money as low-hanging fruit waiting to disappear into the wrong hands. Every year, scammers launch aggressive schemes designed to … [Read more...] about The Refund Scam Hitting During Filing Season and How to Avoid It

8 Things You Should Never Post on Social Media During Tax Season — Because Scammers Are Watching, Not the IRS

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8 Things You Should Never Post on Social Media During Tax Season — Because Scammers Are Watching, Not the IRS

February 19, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Everyone loves a good overshare until it backfires, and nothing backfires faster than posting the wrong thing during tax season. The IRS doesn’t lurk on your Instagram stories or stalk your TikTok feed, but scammers absolutely do. Cybercriminals … [Read more...] about 8 Things You Should Never Post on Social Media During Tax Season — Because Scammers Are Watching, Not the IRS

The "Sweetheart" Tax Scam Targeting Single Fathers in 2026

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The “Sweetheart” Tax Scam Targeting Single Fathers in 2026

February 6, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Imagine that you've met someone online who’s charming, attentive, supportive, and weirdly understanding of your life as a single dad. They listen when you vent about work, empathize with the chaos of parenting, and somehow make you feel seen again. … [Read more...] about The “Sweetheart” Tax Scam Targeting Single Fathers in 2026

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