State Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on state tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Most Tax-Friendly State for Retirement in 2025: Here It Is
Retirement Tax How do you retire ‘tax-free’? This state doesn’t tax retirement income, has a low median property tax bill, and even offers savings on gas. Are you ready for a move?
By Kate Schubel
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Connecticut Tax-Free Week 2025: What to Know Before You Shop
Sales Tax Connecticut’s week-long sales tax holiday is on the way. Here’s what you can buy tax-free.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ten States With the Highest Sales Taxes
State Tax These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
By Kate Schubel
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These Summer 2025 Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekends Are Starting Now
Sales Tax Over a dozen states offer back-to-school shoppers a sales tax holiday this summer.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Texas Sales Tax-Free Weekend 2025
Tax Holiday Here's what you needed to know about the Texas sales tax holiday.
By Kate Schubel
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How Five States Are Worse Off After Trump’s Cuts to SNAP and Medicaid
State Tax Due to Trump's new tax law, some states will experience a greater impact than others.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Tax-Free Weekend in Massachusetts 2025: What to Know Before You Shop
Tax Holiday Here's everything you need to know about the annual Massachusetts tax-free weekend.
By Katelyn Washington
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Florida Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Florida's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Florida compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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Virginia Tax-Free Weekend 2025 Is Here August 1–3: What to Know
Sales Tax Three days, no sales tax. Here’s what qualifies for Virginia’s tax-free weekend.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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