Robert had presented himself as an experienced adviser with connections to the developers.
He had promised that the investment would be secure.
But as I continued reading, the details began to trouble me.
The projected profits were unrealistically high. The company receiving the money had been established only months earlier. Several important risk disclosures appeared to be missing from the documents Lisa had signed.
Then I found an email from Robert.
It read:
“Don’t let Lisa worry about the technical details. We need her signature before the end of the month. Once the funds are transferred, we can move forward.”
Another message, sent several weeks later, was even more disturbing.
“If anyone asks, the investment was Lisa’s decision. I never guaranteed a return. Make sure the paperwork reflects that.”
I put the page down.
Susan watched me.
“What does it mean?”
“It means we need a lawyer before anyone signs anything else or transfers another cent.”
