Tax Time Tactics: Protect Yourself with an IRS IP PIN and Outsmart Scammers!

Protect yourself from tax-related identity theft with the IRS Identity Protection PIN. It’s your six-digit superhero cape against fraudulent returns. Enroll now and keep scammers from partying with your tax refund! The program relaunches amidst a massive data breach, so don’t wait—secure your digits today!

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Who knew filing taxes could be more thrilling than a roller coaster ride? The IRS’s Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) program is back, and it’s like adding a seatbelt to your tax-filing roller coaster. Strap in, folks, because this is one ride you don’t want to take without protection!

Key Points:

  • The IRS has relaunched the IP PIN program for enhanced security against identity theft.
  • An IP PIN is a six-digit number unique to each taxpayer, issued annually.
  • Enrollment is encouraged for all US taxpayers, especially after a massive data breach.
  • Taxpayers who have experienced identity theft are automatically enrolled.
  • Obtaining an IP PIN can prevent scammers from filing fraudulent tax returns in your name.

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