Don’t be a victim of tax identity theft: File your 2017 return early

Don’t be a victim of tax identity theft: File your 2017 return earlyThe IRS has just announced that it will begin accepting 2017 income tax returns on January 29. You may be more concerned about the April 17 filing deadline, or even the extended deadline of October 15 (if you file for an extension by April 17). After all, why go through the hassle of filing your return earlier than you have to?