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Helaine Olen and Harold Pollack Books

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Helaine Olen is an American journalist and author specializing in personal finance and social policy. Harold Pollack is a professor at the University of Chicago, known for his research in public health and social welfare policy.

Known for: The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

Books by Helaine Olen and Harold Pollack

The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

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The Index Card argues that managing personal finances can be simple and effective without complex strategies. The authors distill financial wisdom into a few straightforward rules that fit on a single index card, covering topics such as saving, investing, debt management, and retirement planning. The book emphasizes common-sense approaches and evidence-based advice to help readers make sound financial decisions.

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The Simplicity Principle

From the beginning, the driving idea behind this book is that personal finance is not supposed to be intimidating. The financial industry thrives on complexity. Advisors, brokers, and pundits often speak as if the average person can’t possibly manage their own finances. But the truth, supported by a...

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Rule 1 – Save Regularly

Saving is the cornerstone of every other financial decision. It’s where freedom begins, because without savings, every unexpected expense becomes a crisis. I’ve met families who earn well but can’t breathe financially because nothing is set aside. The simplest, most effective step is to make saving ...

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About Helaine Olen and Harold Pollack

Helaine Olen is an American journalist and author specializing in personal finance and social policy. Harold Pollack is a professor at the University of Chicago, known for his research in public health and social welfare policy. Together, they advocate for accessible and practical financial literacy...

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Helaine Olen is an American journalist and author specializing in personal finance and social policy. Harold Pollack is a professor at the University of Chicago, known for his research in public health and social welfare policy. Together, they advocate for accessible and practical financial literacy.

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