The IRS is again warning of a scam circulating that involves false W-2 forms. Scammers use tax software to create fake W-2s, listing fabricated employers, inflated earnings and excessive withholdings. They then use this information to e-file for fraudulent refunds. In a recent IRS Criminal Investigation case, a tech company owner admitted to issuing himself false W-2s from 2017 to 2019, securing sizable fraudulent refunds and causing a $277,257 tax loss. He now faces up to three years in prison and a $250,000 fine. In a press release, U.S. Attorney Gregory Haanstad stated that those who “file false returns cause harm to every American taxpayer.” Here’s more: https://bit.ly/4aKDJ28. Contact us with any questions. © 2025