CNBC Select looks at how a growing number of Americans are fearful of cybercriminals stealing their tax refund.

These messages often promise large refunds or threaten legal ... into your bank account or mail a paper check within 1 to 2 business days." These scams aim to trick taxpayers into clicking links ...

Tax season can bring added exposure to scams and fraud. A mother and daughter in Little Neck, Queens say it happened to them.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending more than $25.5 million in refunds to consumers who were misled into purchasing computer repair services through deceptive marketing tactics by two ...

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.

The FTC released some startling new numbers for dollars lost to scams in 2024. Consumers are warned once again to watch out for those impersonating the Social Security Administration, the Internal ...

Explain the situation and ask them to refund your money or reverse the charges. You can report a scam to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and always make sure to contact the app or website where you ...