Can someone file my 2023 taxes without my permission? Worried about identity theft
Just checked my IRS account and noticed there might be some activity for 2023. I haven't filed yet and I'm worried someone might have filed taxes using my info. How can I find out if someone filed for me? What steps should I take to protect myself?
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Sean Matthews
You need to check your tax transcripts ASAP. If someone filed under your SSN, it will show up there. Contact the IRS Identity Theft department immediately at 800-908-4490 if you see any suspicious activity. Also file Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) if you confirm unauthorized filing.
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Mikayla Brown
how do i get my transcripts? the irs website keeps giving me errors
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Sean Matthews
You can request them online at irs.gov/transcripts, by mail, or call 800-908-9946. If website gives errors, try early morning or late night when traffic is lower
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Ali Anderson
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Zadie Patel
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Zadie Patel
just tried it and OMG where has this been all my life?! It literally told me exactly what was happening with my account in seconds 💯
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A Man D Mortal
bruh the irs systems r so broken rn its probably just a glitch tbh
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Declan Ramirez
File a police report immediately! Had this happen to me in 2022 and it was a nightmare to fix 😫
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Mikayla Brown
did you ever get it resolved? how long did it take?
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Declan Ramirez
took about 9 months but finally got it fixed. document EVERYTHING
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Emma Morales
Check if any of your employers sent W2s already. Sometimes the IRS system shows activity when they receive income documents, even if no return is filed yet.
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Katherine Hunter
This is the correct answer ☝️ Happened to me last year and I freaked out for nothing lol
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Lucas Parker
might wanna freeze ur credit reports too just to be safe. Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion all offer free freezes
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