This week’s top story: UAW strike at targeted the big three auto companies. In other news: 5 credit card scams to watch out for this holiday season, the most valuable airline miles might surprise you, and the interest rate hike you may already be paying for.
UAW Worker: ‘These Jobs Were Gold Standard’
The union is on strike at targeted locations across the Big Three auto companies.
5 Credit Card Scams to Watch Out for This Holiday Season
Becoming a victim of a scam can turn anyone into a Scrooge. Learn how scammers operate to preserve your time, money and holiday spirit in the last months of the year.
The Most Valuable Airline Miles Might Surprise You
American Airlines AAdvantage miles are worth 1.7 cents each toward award flights, more than any other U.S. airline.
The Interest Rate Hike You May Already Be Paying For
The interest rate that could be affecting the greatest share of households is costly, and one they might have overlooked.
Today’s top story: The downsides of hotel free night certificates. Also in the news: travel prices that are coming back to earth, if your airline miles and hotel pointes are worth less now, and a hotel kitchen that may not save you money after all.
Today’s top story: The silliness of using airline miles to go to Europe. Also in the news: Black Friday is now a season, students who don’t fill out FAFSA are missing out on their share of billions in financial aid, and why you should leave your high-yield savings account alone.
Today’s top story: How to rack up points and miles with everyday spending. Also in the news: What to buy and skip in October, how to catch up on your savings, and why consumer instant gratification can prove risky. 
Today’s top story: Why you should ask your parents about their financial plans. Also in the news: Why you no longer need a chip-and-PIN card overseas, earning and burning your airline rewards to maximize free flights, and 1 in 4 millennials raiding 401(k)s early to pay down debt. 
Today’s top story: Don’t let puppy love blind you to the expenses of a dog. Also in the news: The pros and cons of timeshares, 9 unsung ways to earn airline miles for free, and every expense you can expect with a first-time home purchase.