Video Tips: Beware the Ghost – Recognizing Signs of a Tax Ghost Preparer

A ghost preparer is someone who doesn't sign the tax returns they prepare for while still charging a fee for preparing the returns. Unscrupulous ghost preparers often fabricate tax benefits to inflate refunds, so learn to spot the signs of a "tax ghost preparer" who might be jeopardizing your tax return. Protect yourself from unseen tax troubles by avoiding these ghost preparers and getting a trustworthy professional for this 2025 tax season.

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