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“Father sticks to it that anything that promises to pay too much can't help being risky.” quote by Dorothy Canfield Fisher
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“Father sticks to it that anything that promises to pay too much can't help being risky.”

Dorothy Canfield Fisher

About This Quote

Source Book: The House Between the Worlds, 1915

Excessive promised returns indicate high risk, urging caution in financial decisions

In simple terms: High promised returns signal risk

Key Takeaway

Beware of deals that sound too good

Themes

financial risk caution

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • budget planning
  • investment selection
  • loan agreements

Key Concepts

investment theory behavioral economics risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you evaluate risk beyond promised returns?
  • When is risk acceptable for growth?
A Different Perspective

Not all high returns are scams; sometimes innovation carries risk

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