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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Did You Overpay for Thanksgiving Dinner?
Thanksgiving 2023 marks the second most expensive Thanksgiving dinner in history. But how much it cost depended on what you bought, where you live — and whether your state taxes groceries.
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New Colorado Property Tax Relief Law Replaces Proposition HH
State Tax Proposition HH failed, but after a special session, a new Colorado property tax relief measure has been passed as its replacement.
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Tax-Deductible Black Friday Deals for the Self-Employed
Black Friday Deals Some Black Friday deals can help the self-employed save on business expenses and taxes.
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150,000 Minnesota Tax Rebate Checks Are on the Way — Again
Tax Rebates Unclaimed Minnesota rebate checks could be forfeited to the state, so you don’t want to miss your payment this time around.
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Family Tax Credit Amounts for 2024
Tax Credits What family tax credits and deductions will you qualify for in 2024? And how much are they worth?
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Most Expensive States for Retired Military Service Members
Military Retirement 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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Standard Deduction 2024 Amounts Are Here
Income Tax What will the standard deduction for your filing status be in 2024?
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States With the Lowest Property Taxes
Property Tax Homeowners in these states received some of the lowest property tax bills in the U.S. How does your bill compare?
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Texas Proposition 4 Approved: Property Tax Relief is Official
State Tax Here's what the approval of Texas Proposition 4 means for homeowners and when they'll see lower property tax bills.
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Higher IRA and 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2024
Retirement Cost-of-living adjustments mean higher IRA and 401(k) contribution limits for 2024.
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Charitable Donations: What To Know About Scams and Taxes Before You Give
Donations Giving to a charity can make you feel good and lower your tax bill, but the IRS says to beware of fake charities.
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Tax-Free Groceries in Tennessee Have Come to an End
Tax Holiday The three-month Tennessee tax-free grocery holiday has ended.
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Millionaire Tax Evaders Beware: The IRS Is Coming
Tax Evasion The IRS is targeting 1,600 millionaire tax evaders and 575 partnerships. Are you on the agency’s priority list?
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Illinois Tax Relief Announced Following Attacks in Israel
Tax Relief Illinois is offering tax relief following terrorist attacks in the State of Israel.
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From Chatbots to Audits: How the IRS Will Use AI This Tax Season
IRS The IRS has plans to increase its use of AI. Here’s how the agency will do it and what it could mean for taxpayers.
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Six Tax Deadlines for October 16
Tax Deadlines You might know about the federal tax return extension deadline, but did you know about these other Oct. 16 tax deadlines?
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Tax Relief Following State of Israel Terrorist Attacks
IRS Relief Taxpayers impacted by terrorist attacks on the State of Israel have extended tax filing and payment deadlines.
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The Most Expensive States to Die In (Due to Death Taxes)
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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Oklahoma State 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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Art Donation Tax Scam Targets Wealthy Filers
Tax Scams There’s an art tax scam circulating, and the IRS says high-income taxpayers are most at risk.
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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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What’s in the $1 Billion Massachusetts Tax Relief Bill?
Tax Relief How much would you save under the $1 billion Massachusetts tax relief bill? Here’s what’s included and who would benefit.
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10 Cheapest Places To Live in California
Property Tax If you want to know the cheapest places to live in California, look no further. Homeowners in these counties have the lowest property tax bills in the state.
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Minnesota Rebate Checks and Child Tax Credit in 2023
State Tax Minnesota rebate checks have already been sent, but some families could receive more money, thanks to a new state child tax credit.
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