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Talking taxes with Damon the tax man. Let's keep it 100. Tax scams are on the rise right now and they're getting smarter, faster and more aggressive. We're talking fake IRS messages, artificial intelligence generated phone calls, and these so called tax hacks floating all over social media. They're coming at you with urgency. Act now or lose your refund. Trying to get you to panic and click real talk. The IRS doesn't move like that. They're not blowing up your phone, they're not sliding in your direct messages, and they're definitely not demanding instant payment or personal info through a link. If it feels rushed, if it sounds too good, if somebody's promising you a bigger refund with some shortcut, that's your red flag. Here's what you need to do. Slow down. Verify everything. Don't click suspicious links, and never give out your personal or financial information unless you're 100% sure who you're dealing with. Because one bad move can cost you your refund or worse, your identity. Protect your money like your life depends on it. Because financially, it does. Need a tax pro to help you with your taxes? Hit me up. I'm Damon Carr, your money coach and tax pro. Please, like share and subscribe for more smart money tips.
Podcast: Get A Grip On Your Money with Damon Carr
Host: Damon Carr
Date: April 8, 2026
In this episode, financial planner and tax professional Damon Carr addresses the alarming surge in tax scams during tax season. Drawing from his extensive experience and recent writings, Damon breaks down how these scams operate, the new tactics scammers use (including AI-generated calls), and lays out practical strategies to help listeners protect themselves and their refunds.
“Tax scams are on the rise right now and they're getting smarter, faster and more aggressive.”
— Damon Carr (00:05)
“They're coming at you with urgency. Act now or lose your refund. Trying to get you to panic and click—real talk. The IRS doesn't move like that.”
— Damon Carr (00:22)
“One bad move can cost you your refund or worse, your identity. Protect your money like your life depends on it. Because financially, it does.”
— Damon Carr (01:00)
Damon Carr delivers a timely reminder: the new wave of tax scams is sophisticated and dangerous, but with caution, verification, and the right information, you can outsmart them. If it sounds too good—or too urgent—to be true, trust your gut and verify. As Damon says: protect your money like your life depends on it—because financially, it does.