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Get ready to fight against tax fraud and protect your hard-earned money on National Report IRS Tax Fraud Day on April 10! This day may not sound as exciting as other holidays, but it serves an important purpose. It was first created in 2004 by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to raise awareness about tax scams and encourage individuals to report any suspicious activities. Did you know that the IRS receives millions of fraudulent tax returns each year? By reporting these crimes, we can help prevent others from becoming victims and hold those responsible accountable. Let's make this day a success by standing up against tax fraud together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1913</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>IRS Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was founded, tasked with the enforcement of income tax laws.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1952</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First IRS Scam</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first reported IRS-related scam occurred, highlighting the vulnerabilities in the tax filing system.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rampant Tax Evasion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tax evasion cases surged in the United States, increasing the need for effective enforcement measures and public vigilance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>IRS Whistleblower Office Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The IRS established the Whistleblower Office to incentivize the public to disclose substantial cases of tax fraud.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Report IRS Tax Fraud Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The IRS initiated National Report IRS Tax Fraud Day to create awareness about tax scams and encourage reporting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increasing Cyber Scams</div><div class='timeline-text'>A rise in cyber scams related to IRS fraud was reported, highlighting the need for increased vigilance and safe online practices.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself on tax fraud</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to research and learn about different types of tax fraud and how to prevent it. This will not only help you protect yourself, but also empower you to help others recognize and report fraud.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Report suspected tax fraud</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you suspect someone is committing tax fraud, don't hesitate to report it to the IRS. You can do this anonymously and may potentially save someone from being a victim of fraud.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a tax assistance program</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your knowledge and skills to help others with their taxes by volunteering at a tax assistance program. This is a great way to give back to your community and promote awareness about tax fraud.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fraud awareness event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize an event in your community to raise awareness about tax fraud. You can invite a speaker from the IRS or a local tax professional to educate attendees on how to protect themselves from fraud.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Celebrate with a tax-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Turn a serious topic into a fun celebration by hosting a tax-themed party! Serve tax-themed snacks and drinks, play tax-related games, and encourage guests to share their own experiences with tax fraud.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Justice for victims of tax fraud</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Report IRS Tax Fraud Day brings awareness to the serious issue of tax fraud, which can have devastating effects on individuals and businesses. By reporting these crimes, we can help bring justice to the victims and prevent further fraudulent activities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Protecting taxpayer's money</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Tax fraud not only hurts the victims, but it also cheats the government out of thousands or even millions of dollars in unpaid taxes. By reporting these crimes, we are helping to protect our economy and ensure that everyone is paying their fair share.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promoting honesty and integrity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Report IRS Tax Fraud Day reminds us of the importance of honesty and integrity when it comes to paying taxes. Reporting fraud sends a strong message that cheating on taxes will not be tolerated and reinforces the idea that everyone should pay their taxes fairly and honestly.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-content-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>IRS's "Dirty Dozen" list</h3><p class='facts-content'>Every year, the IRS issues a "Dirty Dozen" list which comprises the top 12 tax scams that fraudsters commonly use. Awareness of these scams aids taxpayers in steering clear of fraudulent schemes and reporting any suspicious activities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-content-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>IRS offers rewards for blowing the whistle on tax frauds</h3><p class='facts-content'>The IRS Whistleblower Office can reward whistleblowers who provide specific and credible information about tax noncompliance. The reward can be between 15% to 30% of the collected proceeds if the taxes, penalties, interest, and other amounts in dispute exceed $2 million.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-content-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Around $1 trillion may be lost through tax evasion every year in the US</h3><p class='facts-content'>While estimates vary, tax evasion could cost the United States federal government approximately $1 trillion each year. This is more than double previous estimates, highlighting just how serious a problem tax fraud is.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-content-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tax fraud can lead to criminal charges</h3><p class='facts-content'>Convictions for tax fraud can lead to harsh penalties, including significant fines and possible jail time. The conviction rate for such charges is more than 90%, demonstrating the government's commitment to combating this issue.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-content-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Growing prevalence of identity theft related tax fraud</h3><p class='facts-content'>In recent years, identity theft related tax fraud has been on the rise. Fraudsters use stolen Social Security numbers to file fraudulent tax returns, claiming refunds that belong to other people. This form of tax fraud is challenging to combat and causes serious distress to victims.</p></div></div>
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