Money Management

 Many would argue there’s no such thing as “too much” money, but a huge checking balance is a sign you’re screwing up. Johnson / Money Talks News

Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Many would argue there’s no such thing as “too much” money, but a huge checking balance might be a liability in disguise. With good reason, you may have built up a large checking balance for bill pay, among other uses.

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 Stop scouring the market for the next Nvidia. The investment with the greatest possible return is right in front of you. Victor Moussa / Shutterstock.com

With stocks looking pricey and rates coming down, investors are wondering where they can put their money for the best returns. One place to turn for advice is Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old multi-billionaire and veteran investor who has beaten the market for decades. In a recent interview, Buffett shared his view on where to invest: yourself. “You can have all kinds of inflationary threats…

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 Yesterday, the Dow dropped 400 points, marking its worst performance in more than a month. Expect a roller coaster until after the election. Johnson / Money Talks News

Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Yesterday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 400 points: that’s the kind of volatility you can expect this close to a presidential election, especially after stocks have experienced nearly unprecedented growth for…

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 Google Flights now makes it easier for you to find ultracheap tickets. Nicoleta Ionescu / Shutterstock.com

If you plan to fly this holiday season, you probably want the cheapest tickets possible. Google Flights is about to help make that a reality. Starting Oct. 16, Google Flights is adding a new “Cheapest” tab to make it easier to locate budget-friendly airfare. To check it out, go to www.google.com/travel/flights. There, just enter your trip details and tapped the “Cheapest” tab. By default…

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 Dig into these fresh ideas for saving while eating out. leungchopan / Shutterstock.com

It feels great to have someone else do the cooking for you, but it’s not great for a budget. Whether you’re stopping at drive-throughs or sitting down at your favorite restaurant, dining out adds up. So we found ways you can save money on dining out at restaurants so you can still enjoy a night on the town.

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 Whether a spouse is eligible for survivor’s benefits depends on several conditions. Julia Zavalishina / Shutterstock.com

Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Welcome to Ask Money Talks News, a series answering financial questions submitted by Money Talks Newsletter subscribers. In this installment, we’re talking about Social Security benefit options for spouses who earned…

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