If you are concerned about identity theft, you might be interested in an IRS program that protects your identity when you file your tax return.
The IRS Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone from filing a paper or an electronic tax return using your identification (Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number — ITIN).
As of December 2022, more than 6.6 million taxpayers were taking part in the IP PIN program, according to the IRS ( tinyurl.com/d2eptjwf).
To get an IP PIN, you have three choices. You can visit a local IRS office; mail IRS Form 15227 to the IRS ( tinyurl.com/yc2jcne7); or apply online using a tool, which is the fastest method if you have an IRS account and can verify your identity using an IRS online tool.
In Person: You can schedule an appointment at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center (see tinyurl.com/bdctadx6). Be sure to confirm the documents you need to present at the appointment to verify your identity. The IRS website mentions bringing a government-issued picture ID document (such as your driver’s license) and other identification. (I would also suggest taking a copy of your last tax return with you.)
After the IRS verifies your identity, expect to receive your IP PIN in the mail within three weeks, according to the IRS.
Paper: IRS Form 15227 is the form to use to request an IP PIN by paper. This method is limited to taxpayers whose adjusted gross income is reported as less than $73,000 for individuals ($146,000 for married filing jointly) for the prior tax year. After you fill out and file the form, the IRS...
from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/julie-jason-irs-offers-additional-protection-17819002.php
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