Tax Related Identity Theft

“An experienced tax professional can help you navigate the confusing but necessary steps to file an identity theft affidavit”

Although there are many forms of identity theft, the one we deal with most often in our practice is tax related identity theft, which occurs when an identity thief obtains enough information about you, including your Social Security number, to file a false return and claim a refund before you file your tax return. An experienced tax professional can help you navigate the confusing but necessary steps to file an identity theft affidavit and fraud report so you can obtain an extended fraud alert with credit reporting agencies.

When you engage us to help you with tax related identity theft, here is what you can expect . . .

• We will help you understand the steps you should take with the Federal Trade Commission, IRS and local law enforcement;
• We will explain the benefits and detriments of using the IRS’s Identity Protection PIN program; and
• If appropriate, we will help you contact a major credit reporting agency to file an initial fraud report or extended fraud alert.

For more information, please call us at (775) 828-5027 or send us an email.