Bank Statement Descriptor

Next step filingsFraudulent Bank Statement Charge — Government agency imposter scam

HIGH — 80/100
Typical Amount

$0.0

Community Reports

1

Scam Type

Government agency imposter scam

Last Reported

Yesterday

What is this charge?

Organization pretending to be a government collecting service for registered businesses.

How much does Next step filings charge?

The typical charge amount for "Next step filings" is $0.0. Victims have reported similar amounts. Check your full statement history for multiple or recurring charges.

Is Next step filings a scam?

"Next step filings" is highly suspicious. Our database rates it 80/100 for fraud risk. Multiple consumers have reported unauthorized charges.

What to do if you see Next step filings on your statement

  1. Freeze your card immediately — Contact your bank to block further unauthorized charges.
  2. Contact your bank — Call the number on the back of your card to initiate a dispute within 60 days.
  3. File an FTC report — Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov to create an official record.

How to Dispute This Charge

  1. 1

    Gather evidence

    Take a screenshot of the charge on your statement showing "Next step filings", the date, and amount. Save it as a PDF if possible.

  2. 2

    Contact your bank immediately

    Call the number on the back of your card or use your bank's app to initiate a dispute. Do this within 60 days of the charge date.

  3. 3

    Use dispute reason: "Unauthorized charge"

    State clearly that you did not authorize this charge and have no relationship with this merchant.

  4. 4

    File a complaint with the CFPB

    Submit at consumerfinance.gov/complaint — CFPB complaints are forwarded to your bank and require a formal response within 15 days.

  5. 5

    Follow up in writing

    Send a certified letter to your bank within 10 days of the phone call to create a legal paper trail. Keep the tracking number.

Report to FTC

reportfraud.ftc.gov

CFPB Complaint

consumerfinance.gov

IC3 (FBI)

ic3.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Next step filings" on my bank statement?
Organization pretending to be a government collecting service for registered businesses.
Is "Next step filings" a scam?
Yes. "Next step filings" is classified as a Government agency imposter scam with a threat level of 80/100 in the TitanAlert database. It has been reported by 1 consumer and is considered high severity.
How much does "Next step filings" typically charge?
The typical charge amount for "Next step filings" is $0.0. However, amounts may vary. Always check your full statement history for multiple charges.
How do I stop "Next step filings" from charging me again?
To stop future charges: (1) Contact your bank and request a new card number immediately, (2) Dispute all charges as unauthorized, (3) Search your email for any confirmation from this merchant and cancel any accounts, (4) File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

How many people have reported Next step filings?

1 consumer has reported this charge in the TitanAlert database. This community data helps others identify fraudulent charges quickly.

Were you charged by Next step filings?

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CRITICAL

A charge for processing government benefits, often associated with imposter scams claiming to expedite or secure benefits for a fee.

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IRS- Imposter

⚠️Government agency imposter scam

HIGH

Text message scam claiming the IRS has a check for the recipient.

$0.01 report

VCN Washington Vitals

⚠️Unrecognized charge, potentially legitimate government fee or fraudulent activity.

LOW

A charge related to Washington State Department of Health fees for vital records, often legitimate but can be confusing if unrecognized.

$0.001 report
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