National Small Business Week 2026: Avoid the Scam

Written By Kevin McKernan

Things that could affect businesses and entrepreneurs as well as tax professionals supporting small businesses: 

  • Spear-phishing and malware campaigns targeting businesses and tax professionals 

  • Bogus "Self-Employment Tax Credit" 


Additional tips to avoid the scam 

  • Businesses can take proactive steps to safeguard their business and employees by using anti-malware/anti-virus software with automatic updates and requiring strong passwords with multi-factor authentication. 

  • Protect the Employer Identification Number 


Reporting fraud or scams 

  • Report suspected tax fraud, scams, identity theft, or other tax-related wrongdoing at IRS.gov/submitatip 

This document is designed for general information only. The information presented in this document should not be construed to be formal legal or tax advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client.

For further information please contact me at www.kmckernanlaw.com kevin@kmckernan.com or 718-317-5007.

Kevin McKernan
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