Scammers ramp up activity as tax deadline approaches
Amy Nofiziger, a fraud expert for AARP, says that as the deadline approaches, scammers, "know that we're stressed and that it's going to be easy manipulating us."
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Amy Nofiziger, a fraud expert for AARP, says that as the deadline approaches, scammers, "know that we're stressed and that it's going to be easy manipulating us."
Those requirements apply to a $7,500 tax credit.
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The tax agency is warning not to fall for social media advice to file a fake W2 in the hope of getting a big refund.
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Tax agency cautions Americans not to expect to receive refunds by specific date to pay bills or make big purchases.
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A wintry weather mix has resulted in icy roads - and hundreds of school closings for Wednesday.
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Avancez said a change in customer orders will result in layoffs during December at its Hazel Park location.
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Legionella bacteria were found through water testing in the building late Thursday after an employee was diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease.
The new guidelines are effective at all DMC locations, including the Children's Hospital of Michigan.
The sheriff's office says closure for Building 38E is effective Friday through the weekend.
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Pistons guard Cade Cunningham spent his Sunday giving back to the Detroit community.
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