New York State Department of Taxation and Finance May 21, 2020
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Prevent Identity Theft and Fraud During this Extended Tax Filing SeasonTips from the Tax Department will help protect your refund and private information |
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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today urged taxpayers to be vigilant and guard against identity theft during this extended filing season. The Tax Department shared important tips to help New Yorkers protect their private information. “Scam artists are continually adjusting their tactics to steal the sensitive information they need for their fraud schemes,” said New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Michael Schmidt. “You can help safeguard your sensitive data and maintain peace of mind by following these tips.” Tips to prevent identity theft and fraud
Take Advantage of Free Filing Software Online and Maintain Social Distancing Each year, millions of New Yorkers qualify to file their personal income tax returns for free from the convenience of their homes. Taxpayers who earned $69,000 or less in 2019 are eligible to electronically prepare and e-file both their federal and New York State income tax returns by using the Free File software available online. Nearly 200,000 taxpayers have already filed their returns through the Free File program this year, saving a combined $40.7 million. To be directed to the free filing options, simply click Free File your income tax return on the Tax Department’s website. The Tax Department has produced a series of video tutorials to assist New Yorkers with the tax return filing process. Topics range from gathering the necessary documents to choosing the right software. You can view the videos at our Get ready to e-file your income tax return webpage. Report fraud, scams, and identity theft If you are a victim or believe you may be a potential victim of tax-related identity theft, alert us immediately. We will track your information to help keep it private and protected. Visit the Tax Department’s Report fraud, scams, and identity theft webpage. |
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