William Black is a former bank regulator who’s seen firsthand how banking systems can be used to commit fraud — and how “liar's loans” and other tricky tactics led to the 2008 US banking crisis that threatened the international economy....

Tax forms, credit agreements, healthcare legislation: They're crammed with gobbledygook, says Alan Siegel, and incomprehensibly long. He calls for a simple, sensible redesign -- and plain English -- to make legal paperwork intelligible...

Honestly, “spreadsheets” are kind of the vegetables of the business world -- the very idea of them makes some people queasy. But that’s ok! They can be intimidating, but they’re not impossible to understand. Today we’re going to learn to...

Trust: How do you earn it? Banks use credit scores to determine if you're trustworthy, but there are about 2.5 billion people around the world who don't have one to begin with -- and who can't get a loan to start a business, buy a home...

When bankers refused to serve her neighbors in rural India, Chetna Gala Sinha did the next best thing: she opened a bank of her own, the first ever for and by women in the country. In this inspiring talk, she shares stories of the women...

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...

Howcast - Learn about debt-to-income ratio in this Howcast finance tutorial with expert Gregory McGraime.

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Howcast - If you've been turned down for a loan or worry about your credit score, this guide will enlighten you as to how that number is calculated.

Howcast - You've just seen the car of your dreams, but you're not sure if the price is right. In a few steps, you can calculate your potential car payments and decide if you'll be able to afford a new ride.

Howcast - There are many phases to buying a first home, so get professional advice, do your homework, and know what you want.

Howcast -Whether you're a first time borrower or a seasoned pro, this guide will make that car loan search a little less traumatic and save you big bucks in the long run.

Howcast -A car salesperson can't talk you out of your hard-earned cash without your cooperation! When buying a car, take charge of the negotiation by preparing thoroughly beforehand.

Think filing for bankruptcy is the easy way out? Plan to say goodbye to your cell phone, the internet, and anything else the IRS deems a luxury—and suffer a black mark on your credit report for ten years. Get smart and get out of debt...

It's not always a good idea to lend money to family or friends, but there's a way to get it right.

When someone you love asks for a loan it can be hard to say no, yet there are many ways you can assist them that don't involve money.

You've found the right home in the right location and now you're ready to make an offer. Learn what steps to take to make the home yours.