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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New Mexico State Tax Guide
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New Mexico Rebate Checks Up to $1,000 Coming in June
New Mexico rebate checks will be sent soon. Here's what you should know.
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What It Really Costs to Be Middle-Class
Is being middle-class worth it? You be the judge, but here’s what the numbers say.
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10 States with the Highest Gas Taxes
State Tax Skip the fill up in these states with the highest gas taxes to save money on your next road trip. Sometimes, crossing state lines is all it takes to spend less.
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Illinois State Tax Guide
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Minnesota State Tax Guide
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Are Student Loans Being Forgiven or Not?
Republicans are trying to repeal President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but does it even matter?
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Minnesota Rebate Checks and Child Tax Credit in 2023
Minnesota rebate checks and a new state child tax credit are coming in 2023. Here's everything you should know.
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Buying Marijuana in These States Helps Fight Substance Abuse
Helping to fight substance abuse in some states can be as easy as purchasing legal marijuana.
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Texas Imposes New Tax on Electric Vehicles
Texans who own or buy electric vehicles will soon see their registration costs jump nearly 800%.
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Alabama State Tax Guide
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Will AI Violate Taxpayer Rights?
When the IRS uses AI, will it violate your rights as a taxpayer (or your rights as a human being)?
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Property Tax 101: What Homeowners Need to Know
No one likes to pay property tax but knowing how property taxes work might make the situation more bearable.
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Texas State Tax Guide
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Having a Baby Could Soon Cost Less in These States
Having a baby is expensive, but these states are trying to make it less costly by eliminating the tax on diapers.
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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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Is High-Yield Savings Account Interest Taxable?
Think a high-yield savings account is a good idea? Don’t forget that savings account interest is taxable.
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California State Tax Guide
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Washington State Tax Guide
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Kansas State Tax Guide
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Low-Tax States Gain Residents From California and New York
IRS data show taxpayers are leaving high-tax states like California and New York and moving to low-tax states.
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Bigger New York Tax Refunds Expected for Thousands
Lawmakers in New York have agreed to an expanded child tax credit, which could mean bigger tax refunds for some New Yorkers. Will other states follow suit?
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IRS Relief for Florida Comes as Lawmakers Pass Major Tax Cuts
Residents impacted by recent severe Florida storms have an extended IRS tax deadline.
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Oklahoma Storm Victims Have an Extended IRS Tax Deadline
Oklahoma taxpayers impacted by severe April storms have an extended tax filing and tax payment deadline.
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