Dana Nessel, the Attorney General of Michigan, is warning business owners to be on guard against tax scams that target hardworking entrepreneurs. These scams often use threats of legal action, false promises of tax refunds and fake tax bills to trick unsuspecting business owners.
Nessel emphasizes the importance of remaining vigilant during tax season and understanding the common scams that target businesses. Scammers may use various tactics, including W-2 scams, fake EIN application websites and calls posing as IRS representatives demanding immediate payment for alleged back taxes.
To protect their businesses from these scams, Nessel advises business owners to educate their employees on common tactics used by scammers and impostors. If a business believes they have been targeted in a tax scam, they should file reports with the IRS and FTC and contact the FBI to report compromised emails. For more information on how to protect your business from tax scams, visit the state of Michigan’s website.
