YSK Americans can get a free PIN from the IRS to prevent tax refund fraud
Why YSK: federal tax refund fraud generally hits in the first few months of each year, resulting from cyber criminals getting access to your SSN and other sensitive data (PII, plausible employer name and income history, etc) and filing a return in your name before you do. If your sensitive information has recently fallen into the hands of others (data breach of SSN, burglary, sketchy roommate or family member, other ID theft involving your SSN, etc) go to i irs.gov scroll down to ‘Get an identity protection PIN’, and follow the instructions. IRS PINs require annual renewal. Be safe out there! #education