I am getting constant calls from this number, When I call it back they say get an access code. When I get the code from my business office I still cannot get anyone.
I am getting constant calls from this number, When I call it back they say get an access code. When I get the code from my business office I still cannot get anyone.
I just received a call from this number telling me I am being sued in court and must call ASAP to avoid legal proceedings. No names, just a recorded message.
There is a widespread IRS or "tax scam" being practiced by scammers on both Canadian and USA residents.
USA tax payers should read this:
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/IRS-Reiterate ... -Telephone-Scam
Short answer:
The IRS never initiates a contact via phone.
They always send a snailmail first.
Educational post:
This scam is also described as scam #11, here:
http://phonehelp.2truth.com/facts_rev.html
If you were contacted by an IRS impostor, you may file a report, after clicking on this link:
http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report_scam.shtml