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What’s the ‘standard deduction’? An accounting expert explains how it simplifies tax filing and saves most Americans money

Written by Ryan Polk, Assistant Professor of Accountancy, Clemson University

President Donald Trump shakes hands with House Speaker Paul Ryan, as Vice President Mike Pence looks on, after the passage of a tax reform package on Dec. 20, 2017.AP Photo/Evan Vucci

Filing taxes can be daunting, but understanding your options for reducing your taxable income can help make it easier and save you money.

U.S. taxpayers have two main...

The Missing Link credited by Microsoft for discovery of high-severity Power BI vulnerability (CVE-2026-21229)
The Missing Link today announced that Microsoft has credited the company’s Application Security Manager, Jack Misiura, for …
Retail Property Australia confirms inaugural President and Vice Presidents
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AI threatens to eat business software – and it could change the way we work
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As world trade shifts to invitation-only clubs, Australia is facing tough choices
A profound shift is underway in global trade. Governments are moving beyond traditional free trade agreements open to all cou…
If you live in public housing, what rights do you have to stay in your home?
Around 544,000 people live in public housing in Australia. And there’s huge demand for more: 169,000 households are wai…
Why Australia’s trade deal with Europe hinges on a forgotten promise - and a handshake
Pixabay, Canva, The Conversation, CC BY-NCAustralian Trade Minister Don Farrell is in Brussels this week, trying to close a t…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

With their conservative promises, Labour and National lock in existing unfairness in New Zealand's tax system
Finance Minister and Labour finance spokesperson Grant Robertson: higher tax revenue will be spent on economic recovery.GettyImagesAbility to pay is the basic principle of tax fairness: people in a similar…
Small businesses face ruin from unpaid invoices
Australian small businesses are battling with billions in outstanding invoices, according to Debtplacer, a platform that connects businesses with a marketplace of debt collectors and law firms. According to a government…
5 Strategies To Improve Your Business's Online Visibility
Is it hard to get people to notice your business online? If that's the case, you're not alone. There are a lot of obstacles that might prevent customers from finding…

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

UNSW Launches Global Innovation Foundry to Scale 100 Australian Startups Internationally New initiative provides startups and spinouts with direc...

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

A year after wage theft reforms came into effect, Australian businesses have increased their focus on payroll compliance, but confidence in pay accu...

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Australian retailers are turning to artificial intelligence to simplify and automate returns and exchanges, while strengthening loyalty programs a...

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

I’ve been in customer service for years now. As my team has grown, the number one piece of advice I give is to be your...

What’s the ‘standard deduction’? An accounting expert explains how it simplifies tax filing and saves most Americans money

The Missing Link credited by Microsoft for discovery of high-severity Power BI vulnerability (CVE-2026-21229)

Retail Property Australia confirms inaugural President and Vice Presidents

AI threatens to eat business software – and it could change the way we work

As world trade shifts to invitation-only clubs, Australia is facing tough choices

If you live in public housing, what rights do you have to stay in your home?

Why Australia’s trade deal with Europe hinges on a forgotten promise - and a handshake

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

With their conservative promises, Labour and National lock in existing unfairness in New Zealand's tax system

Small businesses face ruin from unpaid invoices

5 Strategies To Improve Your Business's Online Visibility

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security