With the majority of your finances living online, and the increased amount of personal information available to the public, it’s now more important than ever to make sure you’re completely secure.
That’s why we’ve compiled these six tips to help strengthen your security network and build protection against identity theft.
How does TurboTax secure your data? Let’s explore the security measures TurboTax uses to keep your data safe and secure.
TurboTax tax tip article: “What is Stolen Identity Refund Fraud?”
A tax refund is as much an asset as a diamond ring, and just as some thieves target jewelry stores, others specialize in stealing taxpayers’ identities in order to create fake tax returns that provide large refunds. The IRS is on the lookout for this kind of stolen identity refund fraud (SIRF), but you should be vigilant, too. Read to learn more.
Someone who steals your identity for tax purposes is probably not intending to pay your back taxes for you. Make sure your tax refund ends up in your hands and not that of a thief by taking these 10 steps to avoiding tax return identity theft.