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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IRS Services Improve but Are Still LackingIRS A new report says that while some IRS services have shown drastic improvement, others are still lacking. Here’s where the IRS is falling short.
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Illinois Taxes Increase This SummerState Tax Some Illinois taxes are set to increase in July. Here are the taxes that will increase and how much more you can expect to pay.
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Texas Sales Tax Relief: What You Should KnowState Tax Texas sales tax relief is just around the corner. Here are the items that will soon be tax-free in Texas.
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Who Benefits From the Connecticut Tax Relief Bill?State Tax A Connecticut tax relief package was signed into law this month. Here’s what’s included and who the tax changes might benefit.
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Montana Tax Rebate Checks Up to $2,500 Are Now Being SentState Tax Rebates Montana tax rebate checks go out in July. Here’s how to find out if you are eligible for a payment — and how much you might get.
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Are Student Loans Being Forgiven or Not?Student Loans The House and Senate voted to repeal President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but does it even matter?
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What’s in DeSantis’ $1.07 Billion Florida Tax Relief Bill?State Tax DeSantis' $1.07 billion tax relief bill defines 2024 sales tax holidays and makes tax cuts for families and businesses. Here's what's included.
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New Mexico Rebate Checks Up to $1,000 Coming This SummerNew Mexico rebate checks will be sent soon. Here's what you should know.
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Buying Marijuana in These States Helps Fight Substance AbuseHelping to fight substance abuse in some states can be as easy as purchasing legal marijuana.
By Katelyn Washington
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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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Low-Tax States Gain Residents From California and New YorkState Taxes 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 ThousandsLawmakers 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 CutsResidents impacted by recent severe Florida storms have an extended IRS tax deadline.
By Katelyn Washington
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Oklahoma Storm Victims Have an Extended IRS Tax DeadlineOklahoma taxpayers impacted by severe April storms have an extended tax filing and tax payment deadline.
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Indiana Storm Victims Have an Extended IRS Tax DeadlineIndiana taxpayers impacted by recent severe storms have an extension of the April 18 deadline to file federal tax returns.
By Katelyn Washington
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Who is Required to File a Tax Returntaxes If you meet certain income requirements, you are required to file a federal tax return (or get an extension) by Tax Day. You could face penalties if you don't.
By Katelyn Washington
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Should You Wait to File Your Taxes This Year?Tax Season The 2024 tax season is open, but should you wait to file taxes?
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Kiplinger's Tax Map for Retirees: About Our MethodologyRetirement Taxes Here's how we put together our retiree tax map and related state tax guides.
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