
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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Illinois Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Illinois's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Illinois compares nationwide.
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Where's My Refund? How to Track Your Tax Refund Status
Tax Refunds The IRS Where's My Refund tracker lets you check the status of your 2025 tax refund. Here's what you need to know.
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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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Ten States With the Highest Sales Taxes
State Tax These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
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Will Retirees Stop Paying Tax on Social Security Next Year?
Social Security Lawmakers have proposed to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits. Here’s what that could mean for you.
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Florida Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Florida's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Florida compares nationwide.
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Vermont Tax Guide
State Tax Vermont state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Tax Breaks for Parents of Children With Disabilities
Tax Breaks While there are no specific tax credits for parents of children with disabilities, caregivers might benefit from these other tax breaks.
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Ten Overlooked Tax Deductions and Credits
Tax Breaks Don’t miss these often overlooked tax deductions and credits when you file your tax return this year.
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How Soon Can You File Taxes in 2025?
Tax Filing Here’s when you can start filing taxes for 2025 and what to expect this tax filing season.
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Who is Required to File a Tax Return?
Tax Filing If you meet certain income requirements, you are required to file a federal tax return this year. You could face penalties if you don't.
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Does Your Child Need to File a Tax Return This Year?
Tax Filing Here’s how to tell if your child needs to file a tax return in 2025 and how it can impact your tax liability.
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West Virginia Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore West Virginia's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how West Virginia compares nationwide.
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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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Wisconsin Tax Guide
State Tax Wisconsin state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Louisiana Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Louisiana's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Louisiana compares nationwide.
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Best States for Middle-Class Families Who Hate Paying Taxes
State Tax Here are the best states for middle-class families with "middle incomes" (due to low tax burdens).
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Rhode Island Tax Guide
State Tax Rhode Island state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Maine Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Maine's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Maine compares nationwide.
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Oklahoma 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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Hobby Income: What It Is and How It’s Taxed
Income Tax Hobby income isn’t taxed like a business. Here's how to tell what type of income you have.
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North Dakota Tax Guide
State Tax North Dakota state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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New York Tax Guide
State Tax New York state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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New Mexico Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore New Mexico's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how New Mexico compares nationwide.
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