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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Property Tax Cap: Does Your State Have One?
Property Tax Does your state have a property tax cap? Here’s what you need to know about increasing tax bills in all 50 states.
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Mega Millions After Taxes: How Much Will the Winner Get?
Lottery Taxes A Mega Millions jackpot winner will take home much less than the advertised jackpot amount, thanks to taxes.
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Alaska Tax Guide 2026
State Tax Explore Alaska's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alaska compares nationwide.
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Ten States With the Lowest Sales Tax
Sales Tax Living in one of the lowest sales tax states doesn't always mean you'll pay less.
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Ten Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in 2025
Retirement Tax If you’re looking for the best place to retire, you may want to consider one of these most tax-friendly states for retirees.
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Montana State Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Montana's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement and more. Learn how Montana compares nationwide.
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Nebraska State Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Nebraska's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement and more. Learn how the state compares nationwide
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Delaware Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Delaware's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Delaware compares nationwide.
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District of Columbia Tax Guide
State 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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Connecticut Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Connecticut's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Connecticut compares nationwide.
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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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California Tax Guide
State Tax Explore California's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
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Tax-Free Weekend in Massachusetts 2025: What to Know Before You Shop
Tax Holiday Here's everything you need to know about the annual Massachusetts tax-free weekend.
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Tennessee Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Tennessee's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Tennessee compares nationwide.
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Taxable Income: What It Is and How to Calculate It
Income Tax Understanding taxable income can help reduce tax liability.
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Alabama Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Alabama's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alabama compares nationwide.
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Oregon Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Oregon's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Oregon compares nationwide.
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Idaho Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Idaho's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Idaho compares nationwide.
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Maryland Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Maryland's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Maryland compares nationwide.
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Ohio Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Ohio's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Ohio compares nationwide.
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Pennsylvania Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Pennsylvania's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Pennsylvania compares nationwide.
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South Carolina Tax Guide
State 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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Nine Tax Deadlines for April 15
Tax Deadlines Do you know about all the various tax deadlines that fall on Tax Day?
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Property Tax 101: What Homeowners Need to Know
Property Tax No one likes to pay property tax, but knowing how these taxes work might make the situation more bearable.
By Katelyn Washington
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