
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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SALT Cap Increase? What to Expect in 2025 Tax Reform
Tax Deductions Some lawmakers say it’s past time to increase the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions, and President Trump seems to agree.
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How the EV Tax Credit Works for 2025
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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EV Charger Tax Credit: What You Need to Know
Tax Credits The federal EV charger tax credit is back for now, with a few key changes to know.
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Medicare Tax: Five Things Every Worker Needs to Know
Payroll Taxes It's important to know how Medicare tax works.
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Rules, Deadlines, and Important Changes to Know
RMDs Here are some basics to know about RMDs and how these distributions can impact your taxes.
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States With the Highest Powerball Taxes
Lottery Taxes These states will take the biggest tax bite out of your Powerball payout.
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Massachusetts Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Massachusetts' 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Massachusetts compares nationwide.
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Trump IRS Shakeup and Billy Long: What's Next for Your Taxes?
IRS An unconventional nominee comes amid broader efforts to reshape the IRS and tax policy in 2025.
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Trump's ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ With Trillions in Tax Cuts: House Vote
Tax Policy Is it possible to combine taxes, border security, and energy policy into a single piece of legislation to be passed by Independence Day?
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Michigan Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Michigan's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Michigan compares nationwide.
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Georgia Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Georgia's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Georgia compares nationwide.
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Want to Lease an EV? The Tax Credit 'Loophole' for That Could Go Away Soon
Tax Credits If you are deciding whether to lease or buy a car, here's what you need to know about the EV lease tax credit.
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Missouri Leads Capital Gains Tax Repeal: Will Your State Follow?
State Tax As one state becomes a test case, policymakers and taxpayers across the U.S. will be watching closely to see what happens next.
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New Overtime Tax Deduction Proposed for Millions Working Extra Hours
Tax Law Some lawmakers and President Trump want to offer overtime tax relief. But will a tax deduction or an exemption help you most?
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Big Tax Deduction Increase Proposed for Those Over Age 65
Tax Deductions A new bipartisan bill and a tax plan from the House GOP could mean bigger retirement tax savings to offset taxes on Social Security and high prices.
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Is the EV Tax Credit Going Away Under Trump? What You Need to Know
Tax Credits There's a lot of chatter about President Trump's plans to eliminate the electric vehicle tax credit. Here's what's happening.
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What’s Happening With Taxes on Overtime Pay?
Income Tax Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate overtime tax has ignited chatter.
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SALT Deduction: Three Things to Know for 2025
Tax Deductions Changes to the state and local tax deduction and the looming TCJA expiration have brought this tax break into the spotlight.
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The Standard Deduction: What You Need to Know for 2025
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
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What’s Happening With Trump Tariffs? New Rates and Trade Talks
Tariffs Donald Trump continues to use tariffs as a central tool of his trade policy. Here’s where tariffs stand now.
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2025 Tax Reform: Are Trump and the GOP Actually Planning to Raise Taxes?
Tax Reform As high-stakes tax reform talks resume on Capitol Hill, questions are swirling about what and President Trump and the GOP will do.
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Will Trump’s 100% Movie Tariff Double Your Ticket Prices? What to Know
Tariffs Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign films threatens global productions and your wallet.
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New HSA Contribution Limits Are Set for 2026: What to Know Now
Health Savings The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits will increase again next year due to inflation.
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Pink Tax: What Does Price Discrimination Cost Women?
Sales Tax The 'pink tax' is a form of price discrimination banned in many states that still costs women millions each year.
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