This week’s money news

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.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: 6 credit card scams and how to avoid them. Also in the news: A new episode of the SmartMoney podcast on COVID impulse spending and building credit while paying off debt, how Black Friday shopping could look very different this year, and making a plan to repay your borrowed 401(k) money.

6 Credit Card Scams and How to Avoid Them
Crooks don’t have to steal your card — just your card information. Keep your money and your identity safe.

Smart Money Podcast: COVID Impulse Spending, and Building Credit While Paying Debt
Finding the right payoff method for your debt.

Black Friday Shopping Could Look Very Different This Year
Lining up for doorbusters could be a thing of the past.

Make a Plan to Repay Your Borrowed 401(k) Money
Start thinking of a payoff strategy.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Student-LoansToday’s top story: How to decide if you should refinance your student loans. Also in the news: Credit card scams to watch out for, money-saving tips for the holidays, and hidden perks in your credit cards.

This Infographic Helps You Decide If You Should Refinance Student Loans
Refinancing could give you some breathing room.

3 Credit Card Scams You Need to Watch Out For
Protect yourself.

5 smart money-saving tips for the holidays
Especially if you’re still paying off last year’s holiday shopping.

8 Perks That Might Be Hiding in Your Credit Cards
What you could be missing out on.

7 simple steps to wise charitable giving
Donating strategically.