Kelley R. Taylor
As the senior tax editor at Kiplinger.com, Kelley R. Taylor simplifies federal and state tax information, news, and developments to help empower readers. Kelley has over two decades of experience advising on and covering education, law, finance, and tax as a corporate attorney and business journalist.
Before joining Kiplinger, Kelley wrote for Tax Notes Today (a Tax Analysts publication), where she focused on partnerships, carried interest, and high-net-worth individuals. While working as an attorney, she focused on tax developments involving compensation and benefits and tax-exempt organizations at the global professional services firm Ernst & Young (EY).
Kelley's writing has been featured on numerous sites and publications including School Library Journal, Chicago Tribune, Yahoo Finance, Richmond Times-Dispatch, CPA Practice Advisor, INSIGHT into Diversity magazine, Nasdaq, and Principal Leadership magazine. She holds a B.A. from William and Mary and a J.D. from George Mason University School of Law, and her work has been recognized with two national awards for publication excellence.
Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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Georgia Has a New 2024 Income Tax Rate
Tax Cuts Georgians now have a tax package containing income tax cuts, childcare relief, and potential property tax caps.
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How to Reduce Your Property Tax
Property Tax Homeowners cannot avoid property taxes, but there are strategies to potentially decrease your bill.
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IRS Ends Inherited IRA Confusion: Annual RMDs Required for Many
IRAs The agency has resolved a major point of uncertainty for inherited IRA beneficiaries.
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Harris Campaign Donations Soar: Are They Tax Deductible?
Election 2024 Explore tax rules and contribution limits of political donation in the 2024 presidential race.
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2023 and 2024 Tax Brackets and Federal Income Tax Rates
Income Tax Your income each year determines which federal tax bracket you fall into and which of the seven income tax rates applies.
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Inherited an IRA? Five Things Every Beneficiary Should Know
Inherited IRA Inherited IRA distribution rules have changed in ways that can significantly impact your taxes and tax strategy.
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2024
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
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IRS Delays IRA RMD Rules Again
Inherited IRAs The IRS has delayed certain required minimum distribution rules. Here’s what the latest change means for some inherited IRA beneficiaries.
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New Biden Plan Targets Landlord Rent Increases
Housing A proposal to make housing more affordable would involve rent control caps and significant tax changes.
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TaxAct Class Action Settlement: Details to Know
Tax Filing A multimillion-dollar settlement over alleged data privacy violations affects some TaxAct users.
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North Carolina State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact North Carolina residents.
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How the EV Tax Credit Works
Tax Credits The EV federal tax credit of up to $7,500 can be complicated. Here's what you should know.
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Nevada State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Nevada residents.
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An IRA Contribution Option You Might Not Know
IRAs Retirement savings might not have to take a back seat just because your partner doesn't earn income.
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Project 2025 Tax Overhaul Blueprint: What You Need to Know
Tax Proposals Some people wonder what Project 2025 is and what it suggests for taxes.
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How Four Recent Supreme Court Rulings Impact Your Money
Supreme Court Some U.S. Supreme Court decisions could affect your finances. Here’s what you need to know.
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
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Midyear Tax Planning Strategies: Five Things to Do Now
Tax Planning Tax planning is most effective as a year-round strategy. Here’s what you should do now at midyear.
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New Hampshire State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact New Hampshire residents.
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The Taxes That Come out of Your Paycheck
Payroll Tax Your take-home pay is often less than expected due to several payroll tax withholdings you need to know.
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Seven States Where Gas Tax Increased July 1
Gas Taxes Since July has arrived, drivers in several states are facing a gas tax hike.
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Mississippi State Tax Guide
State Tax Mississippi tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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IRS Form 1099-K: When You Might Get One From PayPal, Venmo, Cash App
Selling Online A new IRS 1099-K tax reporting requirement for payment networks like Venmo, PayPal, Amazon, and Cash App is supposed to apply for 2024.
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