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IRS warns of holiday scams, encourages protecting sensitive personal information

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IR-2024-300, Dec. 2, 2024 WASHINGTON — On Cyber Monday, the Internal Revenue Service and its Security Summit partners warned taxpayers to approach their holiday shopping with extra caution because scammers are also shopping – for their next victim’s personal information. The consumer alert kicks off the ninth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week featuring tips for taxpayers and tax …

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Issue 10: Secure Your Business This Holiday Season! From storefront safety to cybersecurity, this issue is packed with essential tips to protect your business, stay compliant, and avoid scams. Issue 8: Protect Your Business and Consumers! Learn how to safeguard against a massive data breach, protect your consumers from scam political ads, and prepare for …

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IRS warns against scams targeting North Carolina seniors; joins other federal agencies to recognize special awareness day

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As part of continuing efforts to protect the senior community, the Internal Revenue Service today issued a warning about the rising threat of impersonation scams. These scams are targeting older adults in North Carolina by pretending to be government officials, aiming to steal sensitive personal information and money. By posing as representatives from agencies …

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Be Wary of Military Scammers this Military Appreciation Month

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Friday, May 31, 2024 May is National Military Appreciation Month, a time to recognize the 94,369 selfless active-duty service members from North Carolina and the sacrifices they make for our nation. Unfortunately, scams that target servicemembers and veterans are more common than you might think. Members of the military and their relatives can be vulnerable …

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Be Aware When Buying Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

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Friday, May 17, 2024 This month marks Hearing Loss Awareness Month. More than 1.2 million North Carolinians have some form of hearing loss and hearing aids can help amplify sounds to hear better. In 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) relaxed restrictions on the sale of hearing aids, making it easier for people to …

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Be on the Lookout for Scam Callers Targeting Families of Incarcerated People

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Friday, May 3, 2024 The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections recently alerted North Carolinians about scam callers who are targeting the families of incarcerated people. In this scam, bad actors contact family members to inform them that their loved one can be released early only if the person who is incarcerated pays a fee …

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Consumer Alert: Don’t Fall for Law Enforcement Imposters

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Friday, March 22, 2024 Earlier this week, the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office sent out a warning about a phone scam that’s been on the rise. People are receiving calls from someone claiming to be a Guilford County deputy who says they must pay a fine immediately to avoid being arrested. To make matters worse, the scammers have …

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Tax Day, and Tax Scammers, are Approaching

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Friday, April 12, 2024 Reminder: Tax Day is Monday, April 15. With the deadline to file your taxes approaching, scammers will try to trick you out of your hard-earned money. Use our tips below to help protect yourself and your loved ones from tax season scammers. Guard your personal information. Identity thieves can use your Social …

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