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Dorinda DeScherer

Dorinda DeScherer

Dorinda DeScherer is an attorney specializing in tax and employment law. She is an honors' graduate of Barnard College of Columbia University and the University of Maryland School of Law. She is currently a principal with Editorial Resource Group, where she specializes in writing and editing professional publications.

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Are Your Clients’ Data Secure?

September 14, 2017 (Last Modified: July 30, 2019) / Dorinda DeScherer
Are Your Clients’ Data Secure?

Learning to identify and avoid phishing expeditions is imperative to protecting your clients’ data and giving you and them peace of mind. Here are some steps you can take to help protect your clients’ data.

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September 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

August 31, 2017 (Last Modified: August 13, 2018) / Dorinda DeScherer
September 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesNow that it’s September, the kids are back in school and there’s a hint of fall in the air. Welcome to your monthly summary of important tax and compliance deadlines. Here’s a list for your review. In September, it is...

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August 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

July 31, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
August 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesAh, the dog days of summer! Whether you’re taking some well-deserved time off or spending your days catching up with clients, it’s always a good idea to pay attention to important tax and compliance deadlines in August. Here’s a list...

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Tips for Homesellers: Getting Back to Basis

July 20, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
Tips for Homesellers: Getting Back to BasisSummer is typically a “hot season” in the home sale market. Young families typically want to get settled in a new home before school begins in the fall, and older homesellers in northern climates want to head south before winter...

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How the Tax Law Treats Residence Rentals

July 11, 2017 (Last Modified: October 17, 2017) / Dorinda DeScherer
How the Tax Law Treats Residence RentalsIt’s common practice for clients to rent out their vacation homes when they are not being used for personal R&R. The rental income can cut the costs of owning and maintaining a second home. But these days, some of your...

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July 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

June 29, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
July 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesHappy birthday, America! While you’re busy firing up the grill and celebrating our independence, don’t forget about important tax and compliance deadlines in July. Here’s a list for your review. In July, it is recommended that you: Alert clients to...

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June 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

May 31, 2017 (Last Modified: June 1, 2017) / Dorinda DeScherer
June 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesThe days are warmer and the kids are out of school; June may mark the official start of summer, but as you are well aware, it’s also a busy month for you and your practice. Now is a great time...

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New Tax Developments for 2017 and Beyond

May 25, 2017 (Last Modified: June 18, 2019) / Dorinda DeScherer
New Tax Developments for 2017 and BeyondWith a new Republican administration and Congress ensconced in Washington, it is unclear what the tax landscape will look like by the end of 2017. So, short of hauling out a crystal ball, let’s take a look at some recent...

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May 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

April 28, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
May 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesCongratulations on making it though yet another tax season! Although filing returns and extensions may be over for now, there are some important compliance deadlines for you and your clients’ attention. Here’s a list for review. In May, it is...

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April 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

April 1, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
April 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesCongratulations! You’ve made it through most of tax season. Although you’re still very busy, it’s important to keep up with important compliance deadlines. Here’s a list for review. In April, it is recommended that you: File extensions for individual clients...

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What to Tell Clients Who Can’t Pay Their Taxes

March 7, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
What to Tell Clients Who Can’t Pay Their TaxesYou do your best to make sure your clients do not get any unpleasant surprises when you hand them their completed tax returns. You remind them of the requirement to prepay their taxes through withholding or estimated tax installments –...

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March 2017 Tax and Compliance Deadlines

February 28, 2017 / Dorinda DeScherer
March 2017 Tax and Compliance DeadlinesYou’re in the middle of tax season; now is a good time to communicate important compliance deadlines to your clients. Here’s a list for review. In March, it is recommended that you:  File extensions for individuals who have not met deadline...

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