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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Maryland Student Loan Tax Credit: What You Should KnowState Tax Who gets a Maryland student loan tax credit?
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Alabama Grocery Tax Cut and Rebate Checks in 2023State Tax Here’s how much you could save under the Alabama grocery tax cut — and what other tax relief you can look forward to.
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Three Reasons to Move to TexasState Tax Should you move to Texas? Here are three benefits of relocating to the Lone Star State.
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Vermont Childcare Bill: What Families Should KnowState Tax How much will the Vermont childcare bill cost taxpayers, and what families will benefit? Here’s everything you need to know.
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Texas Tampon Tax is Now EliminatedPink Tax The new sales tax exemption for feminine hygiene products in Texas became effective September 1.
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Texas Imposes New Tax on Electric VehiclesState Tax Texans who own or buy electric vehicles will see their registration costs jump. Here's what you need to know.
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Montana Property Tax Rebates and Other Relief for HomeownersProperty Tax Here’s everything you need to know about Montana property tax rebates and long-term tax relief.
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Traveling Abroad? Tourist Taxes Have Increased in These CitiesTourist Taxes If you plan on traveling abroad, you may be charged higher tourist taxes. Here’s where —and when — your vacation might cost more.
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New Oregon Child Tax Credit Leaves Out Most FamiliesState Taxes There's a new Oregon child tax credit, but how many families will it actually help?
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States That Still Tax DiapersSales Taxes Most states still tax diapers. Is your state one of them?
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The 2023 Maryland Tax-Free WeekTax Holiday The Maryland tax-free week can help you save money on back-to-school shopping.
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IRS Processing Improvements Could Bring Faster Tax RefundsIRS An IRS paperless processing initiative and other service and technology improvements mean taxpayers could see faster tax refunds next year and beyond.
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The 2023 Ohio Tax-Free WeekendTax 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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Milwaukee Sales Tax Increase: What it Means for ResidentsSales Tax A Milwaukee sales tax increase is coming soon. Here’s how a higher sales tax in the city could affect residents.
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Back to School Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday Guide for 2023Tax Holiday Here’s everything you need to know about the 2023 back-to-school Mississippi sales tax holiday.
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How AmeriCorps Recovered $84 Million in Tax Relief for FamiliesAmeriCorps volunteers helped families receive $84 million in tax relief. Here’s how the organization did it and how you can get involved in your community.
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IRS Email Scams to Watch Out ForTax Scams IRS email scams can occur year-round. If you see these tax-related messages in your inbox, don’t open them.
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Florida Tax Holidays Happening NowTax Holiday Four Florida tax holidays, including home hardening, are happening now. Here's everything you can purchase tax-free.
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IRS Tax Deadline Approaching for Storm Victims in These 4 StatesTax Deadline The IRS extended the tax deadline to July 31 for storm victims in several states. Here are the counties in four states that need to file — and pay — federal taxes soon.
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IRS Continues Ramping Up Tax Enforcement for MillionairesIRS IRS tax enforcement has led to the collection of $520 million from tax-evading millionaires. But the agency isn’t done making the wealthy pay up.
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Who Benefits Most from the Tennessee Works Tax Act?State Tax The Tennessee Works Tax Act cuts taxes for Tennessee residents. But do businesses benefit more than families?
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IRS Extends Vermont Tax Deadline Due to FloodingTax Deadline Flooding victims in Vermont now have an extended federal tax deadline. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Does Summer Camp Qualify for a Childcare Tax Credit?Tax Breaks Are you wondering if summer camp qualifies for the child and dependent care tax credit? It might, and other childcare expenses might, too.
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Will Pennsylvania Tax Breaks Help Replace Lost Residents?State Tax Proposed Pennsylvania tax breaks could result in big tax cuts, but if the tax breaks happen, will they be enough to help Pennsylvania replace the 40,000 residents it lost?
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