Sure-things & Unicorns

3-Act Play, in 99 words or less ...

The Office Watercooler

Jill: “Ever play the stock market, Jack?”

Jack: “Yeah, the market beat me good, but I finally kicked the habit. Why?”

Jill: “My sister’s husband just gave me a hot tip.”

Jack: “First rule of investing, Jill, beware of brothers-in-law.”

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Jill: “But, Larry says this is a sure thing.”

Jack: “Sure-things and Unicorns don't exist. And never, ever, act on a tip from a Larry.”

Jill: “ … But.”

Jack: “No buts, pal.”

.   .   .

Jill: Okay, Jack, I get it, thanks. But, tell me, What caused your market losses?”

Jack: “Wishful thinking. Hanging on too long after a nice run fades.”

Jill: “Sounds like dating.”

Jack: “Yeah, except for the nice tax write-off you get for your heartache?”

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