Inflation refund text scams are targeting New Yorkers. Heres how to report them.

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If you've gotten a text that promises a refund for your inflation-related spending, you're probably getting scammed.

According to Bleeping Computer, New Yorkers are getting texts from a number that says they're the Department of Taxation and Finance. The texter claims the recipient is eligible for "Inflation Refunds" and requests personal and financial data — a major red flag.

Remember: The U.S. government will never send you a text like this, nor will your state or local tax officials.

Now, it is true that some New Yorkers are getting

Source: https://mashable.com/article/inflation-refund-texts-scam

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