The standard deduction for 2025 is a specific amount that you can deduct from your taxable income before you calculate your taxes. This deduction is intended to simplify the tax filing process and reduce the tax burden on individuals and families.
The standard deduction varies depending on your filing status. For 2025, the standard deduction amounts are as follows:
Single: $13,850
Married filing jointly: $27,700
Married filing separately: $13,850
Head of household: $20,800
The Chinese zodiac, also known as the Chinese animal signs, is a repeating cycle of 12 years, with each year being represented by a different animal: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. The year 2025 will be the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac.
The Snake is the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac and is associated with the element of fire. People born in the Year of the Snake are said to be intelligent, creative, and ambitious. They are also said to be good communicators and have a strong sense of intuition. The Snake is a symbol of wisdom, power, and transformation.
