Managing Debt
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Managing Debt at Coursera Overview
Duration | 8 hours |
Start from | Start Now |
Total fee | Free |
Mode of learning | Online |
Difficulty level | Beginner |
Official Website | Explore Free Course  |
Credential | Certificate |
Managing Debt at Coursera Highlights
- Shareable Certificate Earn a Certificate upon completion
- 100% online Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
- Course 3 of 5 in the The Fundamentals of Personal Finance Specialization
- Flexible deadlines Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
- Beginner Level This course is for the novice in personal finance. Someone who wants to better understand debt or is about to take on additional debt.
- Approx. 8 hours to complete
- English Subtitles: English
Managing Debt at Coursera Course details
- This course is aimed at anyone who has debt, is thinking of taking on debt, or wants to better understand debt as part of your overall financial picture. It covers a variety of debt types, as well as debt payment options. The course will help you assess your current debt situation and understand the paths to paying off your debt. This includes categories such as mortgages, credit card debt, and student loans. Learn how to differentiate between good and bad debt, as well as how to think about debt as you work towards your financial goals. This course is geared towards learners in the United States of America.
Managing Debt at Coursera Curriculum
Understanding the Basics of Debt and Home Loans
How Debt Works
Debt - Interest, APR and Fees
Debt Amortization
Getting Ready to Apply for a Loan
Types of Debt
Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
Measuring and Assessing Your Debt
Mortgage Basics
Key Mortgage Ratios
Mortgage Amortization
Types of Mortgages - Part 1
Types of Mortgages - Part 2
Top 5 Mortgage Mistakes
HELOCS and HELs
Refinancing Home Loans
Welcome to Managing Debt
Activity - Categorize and Prioritize Your Debt
Understanding the Different Types of Mortgage Loans
Cash-Out Refinance 101: How Cash-out Refinancing Works
Correctly Identify Different Types of Debt
Different Ways Interest Can be Calculated
Home Affordability
Types of Mortgages
Mortgage Components and Payments
Mortgage Refinancing
Understanding the Basics of Debt and Home Loans
Addressing Student Loan Debt
Student Loan Basics
Federal Student Loans
Student Loan Repayment Basics
Federal Student Loan Repayment Options
Student Loan Deferment & Forbearance
Private Student Loans
Refinancing Student Loans
Federal Student Loan Basics
Private Student Loan Basics
Student Loan Options: What is Refinancing vs Consolidation?
Student Loans
Student Loan Payment Options
Student Loan Refinancing
Addressing Student Loan Debt
Managing Credit Cards and Other Debt
Types of Credit Cards
How Credit Cards Work
Credit Card Balance Transfers
6 Tips of Maximizing Credit Card Rewards
Managing Your Credit Cards
Keeping Credit Card Debt in Check
Auto Loans
4 Tips for Getting the Best Auto Loan for You
Personal Loans
How Do Credit Card Payments Work?
Understanding Credit Card Rewards
The Problem with Payday Loans
Credit Card Basics
Components of Credit Cards
Credit Card Repayment Options
Other Debts
Types of Debt
Managing Credit Cards and Other Debt
Paying Down Debt Strategically
Using the Good Debt/Bad Debt Framework to Prioritize Your Debt
Debt Paydown in the Context of Your Next Money Move
Paying Down Debt
The Snowball Method
The Avalanche Method
The Fireball Method
Summary of Good Debt Types, Bad Debt Types, & Prioritization
3 Common Debt Payoff Strategies
Choosing the Right Debt Repayment Plan that Fits You
Activity - Debt Paydown Calculator
Putting Your Debt Paydown Strategy into Action
Debt Repayment
Paying Down Debt
Paying Down Debt Strategically
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