From phishing emails to bogus tax credits, the IRS warns that scammers keep changing tactics. Here’s what you should know about the most common tax scams now.

High-pressure tactics, official-sounding messages and other tricks are potentially bedeviling taxpayers.

New tax filers face rising scam risks. A cybersecurity expert explains common IRS impersonation, phishing and fake support schemes to watch for.

It’s easy to lose our critical thinking skills around the holidays. In a frenzy of last-minute gift shopping and travel bookings, we can be more anxious, more distracted and more vulnerable. “There’s ...

A Meta-powered investment scam is spreading across 25 countries - how to spot (and avoid) it ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New year, more scams. “Fraud is already rampant. Since 2020, the number of adults age 60 and older who reported a loss of $10,000 ...

Moving scams are on the rise: Fraudsters often lure customers with low quotes, then inflate the price after belongings are already loaded onto the truck. Watch for key red flags: Experts say vague ...

In 2026, tax risks extend beyond filing errors or missed deductions. As communication methods have evolved and financial systems have become more automated, bad actors are finding new ways to ...

Cameron Nakashima joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss how scammers trick job seekers into handing over personal information or money, how to spot a fake job offer or scam, how to ...

The AARP has published its list of the top five scams to watch for in 2026, and the ruses range from traditional approaches, such as romance and employment scams, to high-pressure, sophisticated ...