Have you been approached by a “too good to be true” offer or other investment scheme? Many people are tricked by questionable investment offers. What’s the biggest mistake these people make? They don’t read the fine print. Doug stresses the importance of understanding all your investments before making a financial decision. He suggests consulting a professional money manager or a trusted advisor who understands money and your own financial situation. Financial predators rely on the fact that people frequently make rash decisions in an effort to grow their money. Avoid the dark side of the investment world and promises of super high returns. Everything you need to know about personal finance can be written on an index card Doug welcomes Helaine Olen, the co-author of The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated to discuss her book. Helaine tells Doug the story about “the index card” and how it inspired her and her co-author, Harold Pollack. Would you believe that everything you need to know about personal finance can be written on an index card? She explains how personal finance has changed over time and how the index card method can get investors back on track. Follow Helaine Olen on Twitter @helaineolen. If you’re not already receiving updates on new episodes, sign up now, and as a special bonus, receive Doug’s free ebook The Retirement Planning Book.