14.7 Million Americans Alerted: IRS Warns of Sophisticated Clean Energy Tax Credit Scam Targeting 1040 Filers – What to Know!

According to the posted article in Yahoo Finance, the IRS has stated a warning about a new scam involving clean energy tax credits. Some tax return preparers are misusing the rules for claiming these credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This scam targets Americans who file Form 1040 which is the usual tax return form for most Americans. The tax preparers file returns that wrongly claim IRA credits which then reduce income tax from sources like wages, Social Security benefits and retirement account withdrawals.

IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel has expressed concern over the hardness of knowing tax laws being used by scammers. He noted that taxpayers should be cautious of promoters pushing questionable credits and emphasized the importance of consulting known tax professionals before claiming any unsure credits especially including those related to clean energy. The IRS is actively monitoring this scam and is committed to protecting taxpayers from falling victim to such unforgivable schemes. The agency strongly recommends that individuals considering purchasing clean energy credits under the IRA seek advice from a trusted tax professional to ensure they are eligible and can properly claim the tax benefits. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 introduced several rewards for clean energy investments and is aiming to promote the use of renewable energy sources. However, the complexity of the tax provisions has opened the door for scammers to take advantage of unsuspecting taxpayers.

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14.7 Million Americans Alerted: IRS Warns of Sophisticated Clean Energy Tax Credit Scam Targeting 1040 Filers – What to Know! (PHOTO: Brickell Law Group)

IRS Issues Nationwide Warning on New Clean Energy Tax Credit Scam

Furthermore, the IRS cautions Americans to exercise caution and be wary of offers that appear too good to be true. Avoiding scams requires knowing exactly who is eligible and how to claim these benefits. The agency also reminds taxpayers that the official IRS website has comprehensive information regarding the Inflation Reduction Act including credits for sustainable energy and other aspects.

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