Scam alert: This is how thieves might try to steal your tax refund or other money

UPDATED: March 6, 2025 at 12:23 PM PST

The IRS released its annual list of the top 12 ways tax filers could get ripped off.

Originally Published: March 6, 2025 at 12:15 PM PST

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The IRS just released its 'dirty dozen,' an annual list of the top 12 ways tax filers could get ripped off. It also lists common mistakes to avoid making when filing taxes.