Business owners, beware. Identity theft is a growing threat that can cripple your business or shut it down forever. Signs of business identity theft include the inability to file a tax return because a return has already been filed using the business ID number, a request for a routine extension is rejected, and tax transcripts obtained by the business don’t match its tax returns.

To help stay ahead of this cybercrime, install anti-malware and anti-virus software and employ firewalls. Use multi-factor authentication, encrypt and backup sensitive files, and limit personnel with access to these files. Contact the office with questions, or click here for more information: Identity theft information for businesses | Internal Revenue Service