Thursday, June 18, 2009

IRS provides words of caution

I read an interesting article that an IRS special agent wrote about prominent tax schemes and scams to avoid.

He explains tax evasion, money laundering, mortgage fraud, and investment fraud.

I have clients that have been scammed through illegal tax shelters under IRS code 412(i) and other clients who have had their identity stolen. My clients feel betrayed in addition to losing money and privacy. Be cautious and careful with who you do business with and don't ultimately rely on every word they tell you.

Words of wisdom:
  • If someone says that they can help you earn extraordinary rates of return on your investment, make sure to get a second opinion from a legal, tax, or investment professional. It could be real fishy.
  • If it sounds too good to be true, it is too good to be true.

These statements should be red flags to warn you of trickery and deceit.

In today's economy it is important to protect your self-interest and be vigilant in protecting the integrity of your personal financial affairs.


If you or a loved one has had your identify stolen or have been sold an illegal tax shelter, email me at ChrisH@pdkhlaw.com

Read the whole article here:
http://www.tidewaternews.com/news/2009/jun/17/words-caution-irs/