Crash Course
Obamanation Crash Course US History
In which John Green teaches you about recent history. By which we mean VERY recent history. John covers the end of George W. Bush's administration presidency of Barack Obama (so far). Some people would say, "It's too soon to try to...
Crash Course
The 2008 Financial Crisis: Crash Course Economics
Today on Crash Course Economics, Adriene and Jacob talk about the 2008 financial crisis and the US Goverment's response to the troubles. So, all this starts with home mortgages, and the use of mortgages as an investment instrument. For...
Crash Course
When Predictions Fail - Crash Course Statistics
Today we’re going to talk about why many predictions fail - specifically we’ll take a look at the 2008 financial crisis, the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and earthquake prediction in general. From inaccurate or just too little data...
Curated Video
What Is a Mortgage?
Howcast - Learn about mortgages in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
What Is a Fixed-Rate Mortgage?
Howcast - Learn about fixed-rate mortgages in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
What Is an Interest-Only Mortgage?
Howcast - Learn about interest-only mortgages in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
What Is an Annual Percentage Rate (APR)?
Howcast - Learn about the Annual Percentage Rate, also known as the APR, in this Howcast video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
Alberta finance bill brings changes to electric vehicles, halal mortgages and benefit payments
If passed, Bill 32 could have multiple impacts on Albertans. It includes an annual fee for electric vehicle owners, a default limit on annual increases in benefits, and would allow halal mortgages at provincial financial institutions.
Curated Video
We can’t ‘turn it around in one month’ says Chancellor as UK economy flatlines
The UK economy flatlined in July for the second month in a row, according to the latest official figures, as the Chancellor said she is “under no illusion about the scale of the challenge” the country faces.The Office for National...
MarketWatch
Should I refinance my mortgage? Here's how to decide.
Mortgage rates are significantly lower than a year ago. For homeowners who bought at high rates, it might be a good time to refinance - but that comes at a cost. So, is now a good time to pull the trigger? Here's what to consider.
Wonderscape
Borrowing Money: Understanding Good and Bad Debt
This lesson explains when borrowing money can be beneficial and how to identify good and bad debt. Learn about common types of debt, such as mortgages, student loans, and credit card debt, and understand the importance of managing...
MarketWatch
Use your mortgage statement to cut your tax bill
Learn how to read the fine print of your monthly mortgage statement, there's a wealth of information on how to save on income taxes when the time comes.
TLDR News
Is the UK Housing Market About to Crash?
House prices in Britain are currently falling faster than at any point since the financial crisis of 2009. So, in this video, we’re going to look at the UK’s current housing crisis; why prices are falling; and whether they might fall a...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Stephen Kinsella -- Irish Crisis Demands New Economic Thinking
Most "state of the art" macro models trivialize financial flows and largely neglect the interaction between finance and industry. That is why they failed at predicting and illuminating the collapse of the Irish economy. Stephen Kinsella...
SWPictures
THE OTHER AMERICA - The Poverty Ladder
It’s a universal truth that shelter is a basic human need. For the rich the mortgages and loans around them offer more than just a roof over their head, it makes them assets, collateral, it makes them part of the formal economy. But what...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Debt We Don't Talk About
How do you know a major financial crisis is coming? Look for a spike in privately held debt, by households and corporations. That's the argument of Richard Vague, author of The Next Economic Disaster: Why It's Coming and How to Avoid It....
The Business Professor
Understanding Mortgages: The Key to Building Wealth
In this video, we delve into the world of mortgages and explore their significance in today's economy. Join us as we break down the concept of mortgages, explaining how they function as secured loans and why they are essential for most...
Financial Times
Why Hong Kong is the world's least affordable city
The rate rise by the US Federal Reserve has lifted mortgage rates in Hong Kong making it a more expensive place to live. The FT's Emma Dunkley looks at why the property market is overvalued.
TLDR News
Did Drug Money Save the Economy in 2008? - TLDR News
In 2008/9 when the global recession hit, banks were impacted hard and many even collapsed. However, some speculate that it could have been even worse if it weren't for drug money keeping liquidity high. So in this video, we explain that...
Sustainable Business Consulting
Debt Markets and Sustainability
Discussion of debt and equity funds, banking, green bonds, and the social return on investment benchmark
TLDR News
Is Britain Heading into a Major Housing Crisis?
It’s been a tough week for the UK economy and it looks like things might be getting worse. Many believe a housing crash is about to hit. How could this happen and what does it mean for the economy?
Limonero Films
Lehman Brothers: Life Before the Crash
This video explores the rise and fall of Lehman Brothers and the 2008 financial crisis through the lens of the global banking industry's pursuit of profits and the consequences of risky financial practices. It highlights the impact of...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Who Picked the Pockets of America’s Households?
The 2008 financial meltdown wiped out what was left of the savings of millions of American families, but Professor Edward Wolff says decades of income inequality had set the stage for the collapse of their household wealth.
MarketWatch
3 unexpected ways inflation affects our finances
Consumers may feel certain effects of inflation in their everyday lives, like when they go to the grocery store. But it can also impact our savings and investments. Here's what to know.