College students can protect against dishonest tax return preparers

BOISE, Idaho — Dec. 28, 2022 — Ahead of the tax filing season, the Idaho State Tax Commission is giving advice on how to watch out for tax fraud. Many college students file tax returns for the first time without any knowledge of income taxes. They can protect against dishonest preparers who promise large refunds or push tax credits they might not qualify for.

If you’re a college student using a tax preparer, guard yourself by doing the following:

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