IRS Tax Tip 2020-151, November 9, 2020

​Reminder to all taxpayers: Gift cards are not used to make tax payments

From IRS.GOV

Gift cards are a popular and convenient gift for all occasions. They're also a tool that scammers use to steal money from people.
Scammers often target taxpayers by asking them to pay a fake tax bill with gift cards. They may also use a compromised email account to send emails requesting gift card purchases for friends, family or co-workers. The IRS reminds taxpayers gift cards are for gifts, not for making tax payments. 

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