2024-2025 Standard deduction: How much it is, how it works and when to claim it
The standard deduction is a valuable tax benefit, and one of the easiest to claim. Here’s what you need to know.
5 min read
Apr 09, 2025
Lauren Ward
Insurance Contributor
Highlights
- Nearly a decade of writing experience covering insurance-related topics in the financial industry
- Featured in The Simple Dollar and Reviews.com
Experience
Lauren Ward has nearly 10 years of experience in writing for insurance domains such as Bankrate, The Simple Dollar, and Reviews.com. She covers auto, homeowners, life insurance, and other topics in the personal finance industry.
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