Florida CFO offers 6 tips to avoid tax scams – WJXT News4JAX

Florida CFO offers 6 tips to avoid tax scams  WJXT News4JAX

As the 2019 tax season approaches, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis warns of an increased threat of fraud and scams when filing your taxes. "Scam artists are constantly looking for new and creative ways to steal your money. It is important to stay on guard, especially during tax season, to protect yourself and your business. Make sure you know the warning signs of scams and always remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is," Patronis said in a new release Friday. Recent reports show Florida leads the country in fraud and ranks second in identity theft. Patronis...