February 19, 2009

Fraudulent Attempts to Obtain Small Business Bank Account Information

Reports have been made by various U.S. Small Business Administration offices that small businesses across the country are receiving letters on SBA letterhead offering assistance to obtain tax rebates under the recent economic stimulus legislation. The letter also asks the small businesses to fax in a response with the name of their bank and bank account number.  These letters have not been sent by or authorized by SBA, and appear to be a fraudulent attempt to obtain financial information from the small businesses. Do not respond to these letters.

The Inspector General’s Office is investigating this matter and pursuing appropriate action.