Government, Tax & Benefit Scams Workshop | Smart Like A Fox™

Financial Systems Protection

Government, Tax & Benefit Scams

IRS Imposters, Benefits Theft & Official-Looking Fraud

Scammers love impersonating the government because fear of authority makes people comply. From fake IRS calls to stolen benefits and fraudulent government websites, this workshop teaches you how to verify official communications and protect your benefits.

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What You'll Learn

Three tiers that take you from recognizing government impersonation tactics to protecting your benefits, tax identity, and public records from fraud.

Tier 1 — Intro

"The Government Didn't Call You"

Government, Tax & Benefit Scams

IRS or tax payment scams demanding immediate payment
Social Security number suspension scams
Fake government websites and official-looking letters that steal your information
Your first defense: the government almost never calls — here's how they actually contact you

Includes: Government Scam Red-Flag Checklist

Tier 2 — Intermediate

"Protecting Your Benefits"

Government, Tax & Benefit Scams

Medicare and health benefit scams
Fake government grants that require fees
How to set up an IRS Identity Protection PIN and monitor your tax account
Reporting government fraud: FTC, Treasury Inspector General, and state AG offices

Includes: Secure Filing & Verification Guide

Tier 3 — Advanced

"Locking Down Your Identity"

Government, Tax & Benefit Scams

Scams related to unemployment benefits or government programs
Protecting elderly family members from benefits exploitation and representative payee fraud
Building a complete government identity protection system
Staying current: how government scam tactics evolve with policy changes and crises

Includes: Tax Identity Theft Recovery & Protection Plan

Who This Workshop Is For

Anyone who pays taxes, receives government benefits, or has a Social Security number — which is virtually everyone. Especially important for seniors on Medicare or Social Security, tax filers, veterans, and anyone who has received a threatening call or letter claiming to be from a government agency.