Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - KGO - 20180130:01:48:00
But in the wake of last year's equifax data breach, which compromised sensitive information of 145 million americans, a warning from the irs. scammers are on the rise, ready to snag that check before you can. >> the thieves love to file early. that's what they do. all they need is your social security number, date of birth and your name to file a tax return. >> reporter: this year's biggest change, many more filers will find a unique verification code in box nine of that w-2 on their tax returns. plus, avoid some of the simplest mistakes that can trip you up, like using the wrong social securi...