Katelyn Washington
Katelyn has more than 6 years' experience working in tax and finance. While she specializes in tax content, Katelyn has also written for digital publications on topics including insurance, retirement, and financial planning and has had financial advice commissioned by national print publications. She believes that knowledge is the key to success and enjoys helping others reach their goals by providing content that educates and informs.
Before joining Kiplinger, Katelyn utilized her tax knowledge to assist users of Intuit TurboTax. She also was a regular contributor to the online personal finance community, FinanceBuzz, covering tax, retirement, personal finance, and career topics. Katelyn has also worked with hundreds of business owners as a journalist covering press releases for WorthPoint Corporation.
Katelyn holds a B.S. in Business from Capella University. She minored in Legal Studies with the intent of attending law school but discovered her true passions were finance and writing.
Latest articles by Katelyn Washington
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Charitable Donations: What To Know About Scams and Taxes Before You Give
Donations Giving to a charity can make you feel good and lower your tax bill, but the IRS says to beware of fake charities.
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10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
Taxes in Retirement If you’re looking for the perfect place to move when you retire, you may want to consider one of these most tax-friendly states for retirees.
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Tax-Free Groceries in Tennessee Have Come to an End
Tax Holiday The three-month Tennessee tax-free grocery holiday has ended.
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The 'Food Tax': Grocery Tax by State
State Tax Most states don't have a 'food tax.' But these 13 states still tax groceries.
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Taxes in Retirement: How All 50 States Tax Retirees
Retirement Taxes Find out how income taxes in retirement stack up in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia.
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11 Education Tax Credits and Deductions 2023
Tax Credits Education tax credits and deductions are available for college savings, current students, and college graduates.
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Alabama Tax Rebate Checks Are Coming Soon
State Tax Rebates Alabama tax rebate checks will soon be on the way. Here's what you need to know.
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Millionaire Tax Evaders Beware: The IRS Is Coming
Tax Evasion The IRS is targeting 1,600 millionaire tax evaders and 575 partnerships. Are you on the agency’s priority list?
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Should You Withdraw Your ERC Claim?
Tax Credits The IRS says certain businesses can withdraw potentially fraudulent employee retention tax credit claims.
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13 States Sign On to IRS Direct File Pilot Program
Tax Filing The IRS will pilot its free online direct tax filing service, with help from several states.
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Illinois Tax Relief Announced Following Attacks in Israel
Tax Relief Illinois is offering tax relief following terrorist attacks in the State of Israel.
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From Chatbots to Audits: How the IRS Will Use AI This Tax Season
IRS The IRS has plans to increase its use of AI. Here’s how the agency will do it and what it could mean for taxpayers.
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Arkansas State Tax Guide
State Tax Guide Arkansas state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Six Tax Deadlines for October 16
Tax Deadlines You might know about the federal tax return extension deadline, but did you know about these other Oct. 16 tax deadlines?
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Oregon ‘Kicker’ Credit: Who Qualifies and What’s It Worth?
State Tax Will you get an Oregon kicker rebate in 2024? Here’s how much money you can expect.
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Nebraska State Tax Guide
state tax Nebraska state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Tax Relief Following State of Israel Terrorist Attacks
IRS Relief Taxpayers impacted by terrorist attacks on the State of Israel have extended tax filing and payment deadlines.
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How to Pay the IRS if You Owe Taxes
There are several ways to pay the IRS if you owe taxes, but just because you can pay your tax bill over time doesn’t always mean you should.
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The Most Expensive States to Die In (Due to Death Taxes)
You probably know the cost of living in your state, but what about the cost of dying — death taxes?
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States That Won't Tax Your Death
Estate Taxes How much will your children —or other heirs — pay when you die? That depends on whether you live in a state with no death tax.
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Oklahoma State Tax Guide
State Tax Oklahoma state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Art Donation Tax Scam Targets Wealthy Filers
Tax Scams There’s an art tax scam circulating, and the IRS says high-income taxpayers are most at risk.
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Is Unemployment Taxable? A State-by-State Guide
State Tax The federal government taxes unemployment benefits. But is unemployment taxable in your state?
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New Jersey State Tax Guide
State Tax New Jersey state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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