Tax time is fast approaching

But if that isn't a big enough headache, imagine losing a chunk of your hard-earned money to scammers - the Tax Office says they're out in force at this time of the year.

Tax time Source: AAP

Stop and think before giving your personal details, or even your money, to anyone.

 

It sounds simple but a surprising number of people fall for scams, especially at tax time.

 

Kath Anderson, from the Australian Tax Office (ATO), says scammers have refined their tactics.