Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week

Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 28 to February 1. This annual campaign aims to help consumers be more informed about protecting themselves from tax-related identity theft and scams. Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone steals a Social Security number and uses it to claim a tax refund or get a job.

We’ve assembled some useful resources to help our customers to be more aware of potential tax and identity scams:

•  To learn more about tax related scams, knowing the warning signs and steps to take if you become a victim
• For tips on how to keep your computer secure, avoid phishing and malware and protect your personal information
• Contact info for the Massachusetts Department of Revenue
• For more information on phishing, other suspicious IRS-related communications including phone or fax scams, or additional guidance released by Treasury/IRS and DHS/NCCIC, visit:
  • Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks
  • Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams
  • Phishing and Other Schemes Using the IRS Name
  • IRS Phone Scam Intensifies During Filing Season
  • Report Phishing and Online Scams