Daily Tips Monday Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week Tip #1: Tax identity theft happens when someone files a fake tax return using your personal information — like your Social Security number — to get a tax refund or a job. This week we’ll post tips to help you lessen the chance you’ll be a victim and learn what to do if you are. The first tip? File early in the tax season — if you can — to get Learn More about Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week