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IRS Online Account and identity protection PINs protect against fraudsters

IRS identity protection PINs, or IP PINs, are a vital tool to protect taxpayers from fraudsters trying to steal personal and financial information. Taxpayers are encouraged to establish an IRS Online Account and request an IP PIN. 

IRS Online Account and identity protection PINs protect against fraudsters | Internal Revenue Service 

IRS offers summer help for late filers

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers who missed the April deadline that help is still available.

Those who owe tax or need to file should do so as soon as possible to limit penalties and interest.

IRS offers summer help for late filers | Internal Revenue Service  

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Tax deductions for working Americans and seniors

Below are descriptions of new provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, as Public Law 119-21, that go into effect for 2025.

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Tax deductions for working Americans and seniors | Internal Revenue Service  

IRS has options to help taxpayers who missed the filing deadline

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today highlighted several resources to help taxpayers who missed the April 2025 federal income tax return filing deadline and owe taxes, interest and penalties.

Taxpayers who owe taxes should file their tax return and pay as soon as they can. Interest and penalties will continue to accrue on the owed taxes until the balance is paid in full. Even if a taxpayer cannot afford to immediately pay the full amount of taxes owed, they should still file a tax return and pay as much as possible.

IRS has options to help taxpayers who missed the filing deadline | Internal Revenue Service 

An offer in compromise could help taxpayers resolve tax debt

When a taxpayer can't pay their full tax debt or if paying would cause financial hardship, they should consider applying for an offer in compromise. For assistance filing for an OIC from a legitimate representative, taxpayers are encouraged to check for a licensed enrolled agent or a reputable accountant in their area. 

An offer in compromise could help taxpayers resolve tax debt | Internal Revenue Service 

Don’t let scammers ruin holiday gift card giving

Taxpayers should watch out for gift card scams especially during the holiday season. The IRS never asks for or accepts gift cards as payment for a tax bill.

 Don’t let scammers ruin holiday gift card giving | Internal Revenue Service 

Topic no. 101, IRS services – Volunteer tax assistance, outreach programs and identity theft

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers free tax help by trained volunteers to assist taxpayers with low to moderate income. 

Topic no. 101, IRS services – Volunteer tax assistance, outreach programs and identity theft | Internal Revenue Service 

Tax Counseling for the Elderly

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) is another program designed to offer free tax assistance to individuals aged 60 years or older with low to moderate incomes. 

Tax Counseling for the Elderly | Internal Revenue Service