IRS Dirty Dozen Part 5 – Concealing Assets & Failure to File Tax Returns
In this article, we present two more scams from the IRS’ 2022 Dirty Dozen list. These involve tax evasion. Read on so you don’t fall victim to these schemes. 9: […]
Category: Fraud
IRS Dirty Dozen Part 4 – Suspicious Communication & Spear Phishing Scams
Here are two more prevalent pandemic-era scams from the IRS Dirty Dozen list that take advantage of the turmoil caused by COVID: suspicious communications and spear phishing. Remember to share […]
IRS Dirty Dozen Part 3 – Tax Refund Scams & Unemployment Fraud
Today, we present the next two scams from the 2022 IRS Dirty Dozen – its annual list of top tax scams. These next two schemes have been on the rise […]
IRS Dirty Dozen Part 2 – Captive Insurance & Installment Sales Scams
Last time, we introduced you to the first two scams from the IRS Dirty Dozen – its annual list of top tax scams fraudsters are utilizing to rob unsuspecting victims […]
Protecting Your Business From Organized Crime
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, many cash-short small businesses turned to their banks, while others sought help from family and friends. Unfortunately, these sources weren’t enough in […]
IRS Dirty Dozen Part 1 – CRAT & Foreign Pension Arrangement Scams
The IRS has released its Dirty Dozen list for 2022. Compiled annually, the Dirty Dozen is a list of the top tax scams and schemes that fraudsters use to steal […]
6 Tips for Foiling Fake Suppliers in Online Marketplaces
Supply chain issues continue to hurt many U.S. businesses — possibly in more ways than you think. Not only do supply shortages and delays make it difficult for companies to […]
Highlights From the Latest ACFE Fraud Report
Preventing, detecting, and investigating occupational fraud requires a deep understanding of the types of schemes, potential financial losses, emerging threats and risk mitigation strategies. To that end, the Association of […]
How to Qualify for, and Keep, Cyber Insurance Coverage
These days, it’s common for businesses to purchase cyber insurance to help mitigate financial losses from network breaches. According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the proportion of businesses adding […]
Keep Cybercriminals from Stealing Your Business’s Brand
When criminals steal an individual’s identity, the victim can take steps to minimize potential damage by, for example, notifying credit agencies and freezing bank accounts. But what happens if a […]
5 Ways to Foil a Bank ”Fraud Department” Scam
Bank Fraud Scams When banks detect suspicious activity in a customer’s account, the bank fraud department often call account holders to discuss the transactions. Time is of the essence when […]
10 Tips to Protect Personal Information Online
The IRS urges people to defend themselves against cyber scams during and after tax season by properly securing computers, tablets and phones. Solid cybersecurity protection and scam recognition is vital […]
