Scams
It wasn't me: the tax fraud scam
Submitted by: Beau Coyle - 19-Sep-2024
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting myGov accounts to claim tax refunds and GST credits fraudulently. Learn how tax scams work, how to spot fake communications, and the critical steps to protect your personal information.
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( Posted in: Tax
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Australians Pay $107,000 To Tax Scams
Submitted by: Physio Accountant - 10-Oct-2018
The ATO has been made aware of fake tax agents who are conning members of the public and making them believe that they owe debt.
The scam has taken the form of a cold-call, with fraudsters phoning victims and convincing them into giving information about their finances and current tax agent.
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( Posted in: Tax
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Financial scams target over 50’s
Submitted by: Physio Accountant - 26-Jul-2016
Australians aged over 55 who may be looking for ramped up returns are most likely to fall prey to scams. Over the last year 105,000 Australians have fallen victim to financial scams...
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( Posted in: Strategic Financial Advice
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