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Friday, January 16, 2026
Hang up on unexpected calls saying you owe back taxes. Those are scams (video)
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.