Event Brief
LA County Officials Caution on Fake Property Tax Relief
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 03, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET
Summary: Los Angeles County officials warned seniors and other property owners about a scam circulating on social media, online videos, and by phone. Fraudulent claims say homeowners can reduce or freeze property taxes by filing a supposed federal IRS “Form 1098-SR,” which does not exist. Officials urged residents to verify any relief information with the proper California agencies before sharing personal data or paying for help.
WHO: Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang; Treasurer and Tax Collector Elizabeth Buenrostro Ginsberg; Auditor-Controller Oscar Valdez; Department of Consumer and Business Affairs Director Rafael Carbajal
WHAT: Officials issued a warning about a fake property tax relief scheme promoting a non-existent federal IRS “Form 1098-SR.”
WHEN: Sep 03, 2026 at 1:15 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles County, CA
WHY: The scam is spreading misinformation that falsely claims a federal IRS “Form 1098-SR” can freeze or reduce property taxes, and officials say there is no such form or program.
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