Katelyn Washington
Katelyn has more than 6 years of experience working in tax and finance. While she specialized in tax content while working at Kiplinger from 2023 to 2024, Katelyn has also written for digital publications on insurance, retirement, and financial planning and had financial advice commissioned by national print publications. She believes 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 contributed to the online personal finance community, FinanceBuzz, covering tax, retirement, personal finance, and career topics. Katelyn also worked 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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Alaska Tax Guide 2026State Tax Explore Alaska's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alaska compares nationwide.
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District of Columbia Tax GuideState Tax Explore the District of Columbia's tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how District of Columbia compares nationwide.
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Most Expensive States for Retired Military Service MembersRetirement Veterans can keep more of their military retirement pay by avoiding these high-taxed, most expensive states for retired service members.
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Connecticut Tax GuideState Tax Explore Connecticut's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Connecticut compares nationwide.
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10 States With the Lowest Sales TaxSales Tax Living in one of the lowest sales tax states doesn't always mean you'll pay less.
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California Tax GuideState Tax Explore California's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
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Delaware Tax GuideState Tax Explore Delaware's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Delaware compares nationwide.
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States That Won't Tax Your DeathEstate 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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The $2,500 Tax Break for Paying Your Student LoanTax Deductions Do you qualify for the student loan interest deduction this year?
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Food Tax: Which States Still Tax Groceries in 2026?State Tax Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
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Non-Refundable vs Refundable Tax Credits: What’s the Difference?Tax Credits Refundable tax credits and non-refundable tax credits can be confusing. Here’s how they work and how each can help you when you file your tax return.
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Arkansas Tax GuideState Tax Explore Arkansas's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement and more. Learn how Arkansas compares nationwide.
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Tennessee Tax GuideState Tax Explore Tennessee's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Tennessee compares nationwide.
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Alabama Tax GuideState Tax Explore Alabama's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alabama compares nationwide.
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Idaho Tax GuideState Tax Explore Idaho's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Idaho compares nationwide.
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Oregon Tax GuideState Tax Explore Oregon's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Oregon compares nationwide.
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Maryland Tax GuideState Tax Explore Maryland's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Maryland compares nationwide.
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South Carolina Tax GuideState Tax Explore South Carolina's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how South Carolina compares nationwide.
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Pennsylvania Tax GuideState Tax Explore Pennsylvania's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Pennsylvania compares nationwide.
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Ohio Tax GuideState Tax Explore Ohio's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Ohio compares nationwide.
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Maryland Tax-Free Week 2026: What to Know Before You ShopTax Holiday The Maryland tax-free week can help you save money on back-to-school shopping.
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Ohio Tax-Free Weekend 2026 Is Coming SoonTax Holiday The annual Ohio tax-free weekend can help you save on back-to-school shopping. Here’s how to save the most money.
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Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend 2026: What to Know Before You ShopTax Holiday Here's everything you need to know about the annual Massachusetts tax-free weekend.
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Taxable Income: What It Is and How to Calculate ItIncome Tax Knowing what income is taxable can help you minimize your overall tax liability.
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