“No doubt; but there is little or no variation in value. It's fluctuation that gives a man a chance.”
“I should be as likely to lose as gain, knowing as little as I do of the market.”
“True; but I should be happy to place my knowledge at your disposal. As an old friend and schoolmate I naturally feel interested in your prosperity.”
“You are very kind,” said the squire; “but wouldn't it be too much trouble?”
“Not at all. In fact, it's my business, and wouldn't inconvenience me in the least. By the way, how is your property invested?” asked Temple, carelessly.
“Mostly in real estate.”
“It must pay you very little.”
“That is true. After deducting taxes and repairs, there is very little left.”
“So I supposed. It would pay you to mortgage your property, or sell it, and use the money in Wall Street.”
“I have about twenty thousand dollars in bank stock.”