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How Viral Tax Hacks Led to $162M in Penalties From the IRS
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The IRS has levied $162 million in penalties against taxpayers who followed fraudulent tax advice from social media influencers. As these "tax hacks" circulate online, with misinformation primarily focused on Fuel Tax Credits and the Sick and Family Leave Credit, the IRS is also planning to shut down nine Taxpayer Assistance Centers in November, which could leave taxpayers vulnerable to scams.
Tax season just got messier than barbecue sauce at a tailgate. The IRS recently dropped the hammer with $162 million in penalties against taxpayers who chased viral “tax hacks” that turned out to be bogus. Many were misled by influencers promoting cr...
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