The Dangers of "Buy Now, Pay Later": Instant Gratification & Normalization of Debt

INTERNET ANALYSIS. let's discuss services like Afterpay that let you buy now & pay later. // Signup for your FREE trial to The Great Courses Plus here: http://ow.ly/t9o530qpmBb

(urban outfitters illustration in the thumbnail by Jasmy Liu, from this article: https://orangemag.co/orangeblog/2019/10/15/what-the-urban-outlet-sale-says-about-the-search-for-affordable-quality-clothing)
TIME STAMPS BELOW:
0:00 - intro
0:38 - Afterpay, Klarna, & Quadpay allow you to split your purchases into 4 installments
2:15 - why not just use credit cards?
3:40 - the psychology of "buy now pay later" - why is it so appealing?
4:21 - consumerism in fashion & beauty... instant gratification
5:57 - you have to BUDGET! track your spending!
7:20 - sponsor moment!
8:56 - installment plan VS credit card.. which is better?
12:14 - living above your means
13:16 - 72 month (six year) car loans?? excuse me?
14:56 - installment plans & frequent upgrades for iPhones & other smartphones
15:47 - history of American consumerism (1930s vs 1950s spending habits)
17:53 - how do other countries compare? do y'all spend or save? LMK!

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