Why am I taxed in states I don't live in?

The 30-second answer

The 'jock tax.' Most states tax the income you earn playing games there, so your income gets split across every state on your schedule. Your CPA files multiple state returns and your home state usually credits taxes paid elsewhere.

Written by Pam Rodriguez, CFP®.

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