Money Minute: IRS warns of ‘dirty dozen’ scams during tax season

It’s still tax-filing season, and there are a number of tax-related scams that everyone should be aware of.

The IRS specifically points to the “dirty dozen” scams, in which some sketchy offers are made.

Learn more in the video report above.

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From the IRS:

• Dirty Dozen: IRS urges anyone having trouble paying their taxes to avoid anyone claiming they can settle tax debt for pennies on the dollar, known as OIC mills
• Explaining Offer in Compromise
• IRS video explaining “Offer in Compromise”: Click here to watch
• IRS resources help taxpayers determine if an offer in compromise is the right way to resolve tax debt
• Offer In Compromise pre-qualifier tool
• IRS Offer in Compromise - Form 656 Booklet: What to know

Investopedia: The truth about IRS tax settlement firms

Debt.org: Offer in Compromise: How to settle your IRS debt

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