The Index Card

Archival Summary & Scope

“The newbie investor will not find a better guide to personal finance.”
—Burton Malkiel, author of *A Random Walk Down Wall Street*

Challenging the notion that personal finance is overly complicated, this book distills essential money management advice into ten simple rules. Inspired by University of Chicago professor Harold Pollack's viral "index card" experiment, where he proved all necessary financial wisdom could fit on a single card, Pollack now teams with financial journalist Helaine Olen. Together, they explain why these straightforward principles outperform complex strategies. Offering an easy-to-follow action plan for any economic climate, this guide empowers readers with the tools and confidence to effectively manage their financial lives.