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How to Safeguard Tax, Financial Information

By BARRY LISAK
Posted 9/27/21

The IRS and the New York Department of Taxation and Finance remind taxpayers to be vigilant against scammers and identity thieves.

Be wary of aggressive phone scams. Remember, the IRS and New York State Tax Department will contact you by mail first and never threaten you over the phone or demand payment be made through Moneygram, Western Union or other wire transfers; or using iTunes, Greendot or other cash and gift cards.

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