Friday, January 16, 2026

Hang up on unexpected calls saying you owe back taxes. Those are scams (video)


Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

By BCP Staff

We're seeing a big wave of reports about phone scams claiming you owe back taxes. But it's not the IRS calling, it's a scammer using a company name like "Tax Resolution Oversight Department." 

If someone calls you out of the blue offering to help you fix a tax issue, hang up. Here's how to spot the scam.

Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/01/hang-unexpected-calls-saying-you-owe-back-taxes-those-are-scams?utm_source=govdelivery