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Someone Used My Social Security Number to File Taxes – What Should I Do?

Posted by admin on January 10, 2017
Last modified: January 4, 2024

Victim of identity theft? Don’t let panic get the best of you.

After entering your tax information, you finally hit the e-file button, only to have your return rejected by the IRS. The reason; a tax return has already been filed with your social security number!

There’s a sinking feeling in your gut and an enveloping sense of dread. What do you do? How will you ever get your refund money now? Remain Calm. You’ll get through this. Contact your Dedicated Tax Professional for free walk through from start to finish on troubleshooting and tax filing.

Here’s what you should do now

Step #1

The first thing to do is double check all of the information on your return, especially your name and Social Security number and those of your spouse and dependents. Sometimes this error can be caused by a simple typo. (more…)