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Did someone misuse your Social Security number to file for a tax refund or get a job? Did a stranger claim your child as a dependent? Has a caller claiming to be from the IRS demanded you wire money right away? Learn about tax-related identity theft and IRS imposter scams -- and what you can do about them.
What is tax-related identity theft?
Student loan borrowers with disabilities face challenges when repaying student loan debt. Borrowers with disabilities complain to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) about problems. These problems can increase borrowers’ financial distress.
David P. Willis, Asbury Park Press July 1, 2019 https://www.app.com/story/money/business/consumer/press-on-your-side/2019/07/01/student-debt-relief-phone-calls-playing-nice-simply-scams/1558096001/
The Federal Trade Commission site includes tips on how to protect yourself, as well as things to look for when spotting a scam.
https://consumer.ftc.gov/
NEW: Identity theft victims can now go get a free, custom identity theft recovery plan through the Federal Trade Commission’s IdentityTheft.gov website.
The new one-stop website works with the FTC’s consumer complaint system, allowing consumers who are victims of identity theft to quickly file a complaint with the FTC. Then they can get a custom guide to recovery that helps simplify many of the steps involved.
In certain cases, the federal government will cancel all or part of a school loan. This practice is called Loan Forgiveness. Here are some programs out there and how to learn more about them.
A. Perform volunteer work
These volunteer groups offer loan forgiveness:
This is information is provided by the Kansas Department of Labor -- https://www.dol.ks.gov/ui-faqs#unemployment-fraud
Identity Theft in Unemployment Claims
NOTE: If you receive an end-of-the-year tax form (i.e., Form 1099) from the Kansas Department of Labor, or any other state, that lists unemployment insurance compensation for which you DID NOT apply and which you did not receive -- that could mean that you are a victim of identity theft.
How do I report fraud if I received a 1099-G form for a fraudulent claim in my name?
The Department of Education (ED) is current undertaking a comprehensive review of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program that aims to address permanently the numerous problems that have prevented public service workers from accessing the forgiveness they have earned.
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