Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: I travel-hacked a college tour and saved $3,000 miles. Also in the news: How to fight back against being an online fraud target, 3 essential budget categories, and where to find deals on National Pizza Day.

I Travel-Hacked a College Tour and Saved $3,000
An Amtrak sale inspired me to use points, miles and other travel rewards for an upcoming tour with my daughter.

You’re an Online Fraud Target — Fight Back
Millennials are a big target.

3 Essential Budget Categories
Lining up your three buckets.

Where to Find Deals on National Pizza Day
One of the best fake holidays.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: One travel hacker’s favorite sweet spot redemptions. Also in the news: How your credit moves could send the wrong signal about you, how student loan fees work and what they cost, and MoviePass exposes credit card data of thousands of users.

One Travel Hacker’s Favorite Sweet Spot Redemptions
Stretching your miles further.

Do Your Credit Moves Send the Wrong Signal About You?
How to make sure you’re on the same page.

How Student Loan Fees Work and What They Cost
Don’t be caught by surprise.

MoviePass exposes credit card data of thousands of users
Check your accounts ASAP.