There are plenty of legimate business worries for most of us without low life scam artists trying to take advantage. Unfortunately, they are out there so a periodic update of things to keep your eye on may help save you a few bucks and a bunch of aggravation.
IRS Warns of New Tax Scam
Scam artists are trying to lure taxpayers into disclosing sensitive information on a site falsely claiming to be a member of the “Free File Alliance.” The Alliance is a partnership between the IRS and 19 tax-software companies that offer free online federal tax-preparation services and electronic filing to about 95 million taxpayers.
The IRS says the only way to access the genuine Free File program is through its Web site.
BBB Concerned Over Loan Scams
It has been going on for years, but the BBB is trying to raise awareness of a scam that victimizes business owners regularly for up to several thousand dollars. Fortunately there are several warning signals that can tip you off to this type of scam. Get more details on the BBB web site.
Phony Invoice Scam
The loan scam preys on people desperation and dreams; this one focuses on busy and inattentive business owners. Seems like every year I get a phone Yellow Pages invoice and I spoke with a client last week who got a fake invoices for toilet paper.
If you have a bookkeeper or assistant paying your bills you’re more likely to make this mistake. Its been going on for years, probably because someone still finds it safe and profitable to be a criminal this way. Full story here.
Sometimes the best way to make money is to avoid giving it away…
