Disney World on a Budget, Gray Divorce and Social Security Benefits, What is Venture Capital?

How a Gray Divorce Affects Social Security Benefits | 10 Best Target-Date Fund Families | Are You Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit? Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( February 20, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Top Story [] [How a Gray Divorce Affects Social Security Benefits]( [How a Gray Divorce Affects Social Security Benefits]( (Getty Images) Can you claim your ex-spouse’s Social Security benefits? The answer is yes, as long as you meet [these certain standards](, writes retirement expert Andrew Hatherley. [] Mutual Funds [] [10 Best Target-Date Fund Families]( [10 Best Target-Date Fund Families]( (Getty Images) The best target-date funds are a “set it and forget it” approach to your retirement, but [which fund family should you trust with your money](? [401(k): Actions To Consider When Switching Jobs]( Starting a new job can be exciting. An important aspect of your transition is deciding what to do with your 401(k) plan. There are multiple options for what to do based on your financial and retirement goals. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] In Case You Missed It [] [Are You Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit?]( [Are You Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit?]( (Getty Images) Every year, the IRS dedicates a day to Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) awareness. This tax credit allows eligible families with low-to-moderate income to get a tax refund of up to $7,830, [but it can also increase IRS audit risk for some](. [] Travel [] [Disney World on a Budget: Nine Ways to Save]( [Disney World on a Budget: Nine Ways to Save]( (Getty Images) From tickets and accommodations to meals and transportation, going to Disney World can be expensive. The average cost for a family of four to visit Disney is $6k+ in 2024. Luckily, there are ways you can cut costs once you're there. [These hacks and pro tips can help make Disney more affordable](. [5 Things You Want From Your Retirement Income Plan]( Here's what Go2Income plan holders say about their retirement income objectives: 1. Don't Run Out of Money 2. Grow Income Each Year 3. Leave a Legacy for Kids 4. Build a Reserve Fund for Unplanned Expenses 5. Increase Spendable Income by Reducing Taxes We can help you balance your objectives with a complimentary Go2Income plan. [Order Your Plan]( ADVERTISEMENT [] The Economy [] [A Spotlight on the South Central States]( Outside of the tech sector slump, job growth in the South Central states remains buoyant, with healthcare, construction and business investment going strong. [Read More]( [] Investing [] [What Is Venture Capital?]( Venture capital can create impressive returns for investors, but it also carries notable risk. Here, we take a closer look at the pros and cons of VC investing. [Read More]( [Have This Much Money? You May Want a Financial Advisor]( Money can't buy happiness, but research finds that if you have this much in household assets, hiring a financial advisor could help heighten your satisfaction levels. Just how much money do you need? [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Kiplinger is a trusted provider of unbiased financial advice, objective business and economic forecasts, and practical help to millions of business professionals, investors, and individuals seeking to make more profitable decisions with their money. Our [flagship publications]( include [Kiplinger Personal Finance]( magazine, [The Kiplinger Letter]( [The Kiplinger Tax Letter]( [Kiplinger Retirement Report]( and [Kiplinger Investing for Income.]( All are regarded as the leading publications in their respective fields. Every day, millions of readers rely on our [free e-newsletters]( for help on everything from getting the best rate on a mortgage or car loan, to managing their businesses in an uncertain world, avoiding an IRS audit, building wealth for a secure retirement, or investing wisely in any kind of market. Now it’s your turn to reap all the rewards Kiplinger has to offer. Visit [Kiplinger.com](, your gateway to all of the above and much more. Check in any time for our latest advice on how to make more money, and keep more of the money you make. Stay right on the money, with Kiplinger. [Sign Up]( | [Print Publications]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](mailto:mailto:alerts@kiplinger.com) | [ADVERTISE]( [Future]( Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036