Kelley R. Taylor
As the senior tax editor at Kiplinger.com, Kelley R. Taylor simplifies federal and state tax information, news, and developments to help empower readers. Kelley has over two decades of experience advising on and covering education, law, finance, and tax as a corporate attorney and business journalist.
Before joining Kiplinger, Kelley wrote for Tax Notes Today Federal (a Tax Analysts publication), where she focused on partnerships, carried interest, and high-net-worth individuals. While working as an attorney, she specialized in tax developments involving compensation and benefits and tax-exempt organizations at the global professional services firm Ernst & Young (EY).
Kelley's writing has been featured on numerous sites and publications including School Library Journal, Chicago Tribune, Yahoo Finance, Richmond Times-Dispatch, CPA Practice Advisor, INSIGHT into Diversity magazine, Nasdaq, and Principal Leadership magazine. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from William and Mary and a J.D. from Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University. Her work has been recognized with two national awards for publication excellence.
Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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Record-High 2024 HSA Contribution Limit
HSA Limit The IRS says health savings account contribution amounts are going way up for 2024.
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2023
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks in 2023. Is your state sending money soon?
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New Arizona Families Tax Rebates Up to $750 Coming Soon
Tax Rebates More than 740,000 Arizona families will soon receive one-time tax rebates.
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A Little-Known Tax-Free Way To Help Pay Your Student Loan
Student Debt Employers can provide valuable assistance with employee student loan repayments.
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Social Security Tax Wage Base Jumps 5.2% for 2024
Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks next year.
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IRS Delays IRA RMD Rules Again
Inherited IRAs The IRS is delaying certain required minimum distribution rules. Here’s what the latest change means for some inherited IRA beneficiaries.
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Want to Lease an EV? There's a Tax Credit 'Loophole' for That
Tax Credits If you're trying to decide whether to lease or buy a car, here's what you need to know about how the EV lease tax credit works.
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Virginia Is Sending 2023 Tax Rebate Checks: What You Need To Know
State Tax Eligible Virginians can look forward to a new 2023 tax rebate of up to $400. Do you qualify?
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Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Weekend
Sales Tax A new budget deal in Virginia meant the return of a popular sales tax holiday.
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IRS 1099-K Form: When You Might Get One From Venmo, PayPal, Others
Selling Online A new IRS 1099-K reporting requirement for payment networks like Venmo, PayPal, Amazon, and Cash App applies for 2023.
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Will an IRS Tax Prep Service Replace H&R Block or TurboTax?
Tax Prep A government-run tax preparation and filing service has some wondering if people will leave H&R Block and TurboTax and let the IRS do their taxes instead.
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Calculating Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
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California Taxes Were Due But There’s a New Deadline Extension
Tax Deadlines Californians have a last-minute tax deadline extension due to a new IRS announcement.
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California Tax Deadline Extension 2023: What You Need To Know
Tax Deadlines Some Californians have more time to file federal and state tax returns because of natural disasters.
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IRS Gives California a Last-Minute Tax Deadline Extension
Tax Deadline As of today, Californians have another tax deadline extension from the IRS — this time until November.
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Tax Benefits of Hiring Your Kids Plus IRS Rules to Follow
Tax Breaks Hiring your child can potentially lower your tax bill and help kids develop skills, but there are some rules you need to know — and follow.
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Here's How to Get Your 'Tampon Tax Back' Refund
Sales Tax A coalition of menstrual product brands offers sales tax refunds on period products. Here’s how to get yours.
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Pink Tax: What Does Price Discrimination Cost Women?
Now is a good time to revisit the “pink tax”—a form of price discrimination that’s banned in many states but costs women millions of dollars each year.
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Five Things to Know About Social Security and Your Taxes
Social Security The Social Security COLA increase is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
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States That Won’t Tax Your Powerball Winnings
Lottery Taxes There are some states that won’t take another tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions winnings.
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
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EV Charger Tax Credit 2023: What You Need to Know
The federal EV charger tax credit is back for 2023 with a few key changes to know.
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How the New EV Tax Credit Works for 2023
Tax Credit The new EV federal tax credit of up to $7,500 can be complicated. Here's what you should know.
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Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Extended by Gov. Kemp
Gas Tax Georgians will get a longer break from paying fuel tax at the pump now that Gov. Kemp has extended the state's gas tax holiday.
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