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Chapter 1 - IRS Scams
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Objectives
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What Is an IRS Scam?
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How IRS Scams Work: Overview
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Step 1: Initial Contact
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Tactic 1: Spoofing
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Tactic 2: Phishing
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Tactic 3: Smishing
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Quick Tip
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Step 2: Using Fake Stories to Trick You
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Scam Story 1: You Owe Money
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Scam Story 2: “Your IRS Account Is Locked”
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Scam Story 3: “You Have a Refund”
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Step 3: Payment Demand or Information Theft
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Step 3: Payment Demand or Information Theft II
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Key Takeaways
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Chapter 2 - Two New and Sophisticated IRS Scams to Watch Out For
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1. Fake Tax Forms
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How the Scam Works
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2. “Helpful” Account-Setup Scams
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Warning Signs of IRS Scams
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Unsolicited Contact
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Pressure Tactics
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Unusual Payment Requests
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Fake Emails or Texts
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Chapter 3 - How to Protect Yourself from IRS Scams
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How to Protect Yourself from IRS Scams
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1. Know How the IRS Contacts You
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When the IRS DOES Contact You
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Other Ways the IRS May Contact You
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Important
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2. Stay Calm and Don’t Rush
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3. Never Pay with Gift Cards or Apps
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4. Don’t Click on Unknown Links
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5. Ask a Trusted Friend or Family Member
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6. Report the Scam
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Chapter 4 - What to Do If You Think You’ve Been Scammed
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If You Gave Personal Information
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If You Sent Money
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Report the Scam
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Get Help
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Key Takeaways
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Quiz: Quiz
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Reflection
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Completion
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IRS SCAMS - CHAPTER 1
IRS Scams
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Learn what IRS scams look like, how scammers operate, and practical steps to stay safe.
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