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April 9, 2020
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I got a call saying that there was an error in the tax I filed and someone said they represent IRS and issued a refund by mistake. They are asking for the amount. Help!!

  • April 9, 2020
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They said I should not discuss about this and they are saying all of details and return of last two years. How do i handle this?
Best answer by DoninGA

That phone call was a SCAM.  The IRS does NOT phone or email taxpayers.

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DoninGA
DoninGAAnswer
Employee
April 9, 2020

That phone call was a SCAM.  The IRS does NOT phone or email taxpayers.

DoninGA
Employee
April 9, 2020

Also, see this IRS website for scam and phishing information - https://www.irs.gov/privacy-disclosure/report-phishing

sathyamvmAuthor
April 9, 2020

Thank you. I will call them definitely and discuss about this.