Educational Videos

Part 1: Financial Basics

1. Introduction to Financial Literacy

• What is financial literacy and why is it important?
• Overview of the course content

2. Understanding Money & Its Value

• History of money
• The concept of inflation and purchasing power
• Time value of money
• Assets vs Liabilities

3. Basics of Banking

• Basics of Banking - Banks & Credit Unions
• Basics of Banking - Understanding Checking & Savings Accounts
• Basics of Banking - Simple Interest vs Compound Interest Raw
• Basics of Banking - The Importance of an Emergency Fund

4. Credit & Its Components

• Credit Score Basics
• Credit Reporting Agencies
• 7 Credit Tips

5. Managing Debt

• Good debt vs. bad debt
• Strategies for paying down debt: Snowball vs. Avalanche
• Understanding interest rates and APR
• The dangers of minimum payments

6. Credit Cards: Benefits and Pitfalls

• How credit cards work
• Pros and cons of using credit cards
• Understanding fees, interest rates, and rewards
• Tips for responsible credit card use

7. Loans and Mortgages

• Different types of loans: Personal, Student, Auto, etc.
• Understanding mortgages: Fixed vs. Adjustable rates, Terms, etc.
• The home buying process: Down payments, closing costs, etc.
• Refinancing: When and why?

8. Investing Basics

• The importance of investing early
• Understanding risk and return
• Different types of investments: Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, etc.
• Introduction to retirement accounts: 401(k), IRA, Roth IRA

9. Insurance and Risk Management

• Why insurance is important
• Different types of insurance: Health, Life, Auto, Home, etc.
• Understanding premiums, deductibles, and claims

10. Taxes: Basics and Planning

• Understanding income tax: Brackets, Deductions, Credits
• The importance of tax planning
• Introduction to other taxes: Sales, Property, Capital Gains

11. Budgeting and Financial Planning

• The importance of a budget
• How to create and stick to a budget
• Setting financial goals and planning for the future

12. Building Wealth Over Time

• The power of compound interest
• Strategies for saving and investing consistently
• Avoiding common financial pitfalls

13. Financial Scams and How to Avoid Them

• Recognizing common scams: Ponzi schemes, phishing, etc.
• Protecting your identity and financial information
• What to do if you're a victim of fraud

14. Conclusion and Continuing Education

• Recap of key takeaways
• Resources for further learning
• Encouraging lifelong financial education

Part 2: The Stock Market

1. Introduction to the Stock Market
• Intro to the Stock Market - What is the Stock Market and How Does It Work
• Intro to the Stock Market – Understanding the Factors that Influence the Stock Market & Stock Prices
• Intro to the Stock Market – The Origin of the Stock Market
2. Stock Market Basics
• What is a Stock Market Index
• Types of Stocks: Common and Preferred
• Reading Stock Quotes
3. Analysis of Stocks
• Fundamental Analysis
• Technical Analysis
4. Stock Market Strategies
• Value Investing
• Growth Investing
• Dividend Investing
5. Understanding and Managing Risk in the Stock Market
• Diversification
• Asset Allocation
6. Introduction to Stock Market Trading
• Day Trading
• Swing Trading
• Position Trading
7. Stock Market Regulations
• Role of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
• Insider Trading Laws
8. The Global Stock Market
• Investing in Foreign Stocks
• ADRs, GDRs, and ETFs
9. Investing in Mutual Funds and ETFs
• Differences Between Mutual Funds and ETFs
• Advantages and Disadvantages
10. The Role of the Stock Market in Retirement Planning

Part 3: Real Estate

1. Introduction to Real Estate Investing
• Types of Real Estate: Residential, Commercial, Industrial
• Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
2. Analyzing Real Estate Investments
• Cash Flow Analysis
• The 1% Rule and the 50% Rule
3. Real Estate Financing
• Mortgages
• Hard Money Loans
• Real Estate Crowdfunding
4. The Buy and Hold Strategy
• Rental Property Investment
• Property Management
5. The Fix and Flip Strategy
• Finding Investment Properties
• Managing Renovations
6. Commercial Real Estate Investing
• Understanding Leases and Contracts
• Commercial vs. Residential Real Estate Investing
7. Real Estate Regulations and Laws
• Understanding Zoning Laws
• Landlord-Tenant Laws
8. The Role of Real Estate in a Diversified Portfolio

Part 4: Business

1. Introduction to Business
• Types of Business Structures: Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, LLC, Corporation
2. Starting Your Own Business
• Developing a Business Plan
• Securing Funding for Your Business
3. Running Your Business
• Operations Management
• Financial Management
• Marketing and Sales
4. Business Growth and Expansion
• Franchising
• Mergers and Acquisitions
5. Buying an Existing Business
• Evaluating a Business for Sale
• Negotiating a Business Purchase
6. Business Regulations and Laws
• Business Licensing and Permits
• Employment Laws and Regulations
7. Exit Strategies
• Selling a Business
• Succession Planning
8. The Role of Entrepreneurship in Wealth Building