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Watch for Tax Identity Theft

Thieves file fake returns to steal your refund.

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Tax identity theft involves filing fraudulent returns using your information to claim your refund. Filing early and using an IRS identity protection PIN, where available, defends against this seasonal threat.

“File your taxes early before a thief files them for you.”

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