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National Tax Executive Office Scam - Beware
National Tax Executive Office Scam - Beware

National Tax Executive Office, Tax Resolution Oversight Department, or similar-sounding entities are not legitimate government agencies and are part of a surge in 2026 scams targeting taxpayers. These scams often involve phone calls, emails, or text messages that create a sense of urgency, claiming you owe taxes or are due a refund.

Red Flags

  • False Agencies: Scammers impersonate the IRS, Treasury Department, or made-up entities like the "Tax Resolution Oversight Department" or "National Tax Executive Office".
  • Urgent Threats: They often threaten immediate arrest, lawsuits, or license revocation if payment is not made immediately.
  • Unusual Payment Methods: Scammers demand payment via gift cards, wire transfers, prepaid debit cards, or cryptocurrency.
  • Phishing Links: Messages may contain links that lead to fake, official-looking websites designed to steal personal or financial information.
  • AI-Enabled Voice/Text: In 2026, scammers are using AI to mimic real agents and craft convincing messages.

Protect Yourself

  • The IRS does not initiate contact via email, text, or social media to ask for personal or financial information.
  • Do not click on links in unexpected texts or emails.
  • Hang up immediately if a caller demands immediate payment or uses threats.
  • Verify the contact by calling the IRS directly at 800-829-1040 if you think you might owe taxes.
  • Report the scam to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 1-800-366-4484 or via their website.
  • Report phishing attempts to phishing@irs.gov.

2026 "Dirty Dozen" Tax Scams

The IRS has highlighted several key scams for 2026, including:

  • IRS Impersonation: Fake emails, texts, and calls.
  • "Zero Tax" Programs: Phony promises to wipe out tax debt.
  • Social Media Scams: Misleading advice and fake forms.
  • Offer in Compromise (OIC) Mills: Promoters charging high fees for services that taxpayers can often do themselves.
  • Fraudulent Form 2439: Falsified claims related to undistributed long-term capital gains.
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by an anonymous user from: The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, United States

I receive these calls daily, always knew they were scam calls because I was already paying off what I owed the IRS.

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by an anonymous user from: Los Angeles County, Gardena, California, United States

I am receiving up to 6 or 7 calls daily from these people. I must have blocked up to 20 or more phone numbers but they keep calling. I pressed 9 to request removal from their call list at least 7 times and still they keep calling! How can I stop the calls?!

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by an anonymous user from: Los Angeles, California, United States

I have been getting daily mail from various names claiming they are from the National Tax Executive Office. There have had a minimum of 15 messages from different named individuals.
They all have return phone numbers which are different. Some are 833-727-9439; 844-487-9799; 949-785-9740. These people give various statements as to why it is imperative to reach them. Excuses like lingering bills, auto loans, high interest debts, credit cards, funding; forgiveness; etc. Some give reference codes (80151).
This has been going on for a minimum of two to three weeks. It is an obvious scam and so annoying. I’m sure there are people who fall for this actual scam. Please, if you’re able - there is so much crime going on - if you are able to stop these crimes, it would be a blessing for people. I’m guessing some kind of relentless individuals have created this story and probably receiving a great deal of money from innocent people. Many thanks for your help in stopping these crimes.

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