Maude Season 2 Episode 22 Investment, The

Maude season 2 episode 22, titled "Investment, The," starts off with Maude finding herself in a financial lurch after having to pay off a large tax bill. Looking for a quick fix, Maude meets with her broker, Mr. Butterfield, to discuss investment opportunities. In the meeting, Mr. Butterfield suggests investing in a risky venture that could have huge returns, but also carries great risks. Though initially hesitant, Maude caves and agrees to invest a large sum of money in hopes of a big payday.

Meanwhile, Carol is dealing with a similar financial problem as she and Chris are looking to buy a new home, but are struggling to make ends meet. When Maude tells Carol about her new investment, Carol eagerly jumps at the chance to invest as well, feeling it could be the solution to their problems.

As the episode progresses, Maude's investment faces a number of ups and downs. At first, it seems like a huge success, and both Maude and Carol are thrilled at the thought of their impending riches. However, cracks begin to show as it becomes clear that the investment was far riskier than originally thought and the returns are not coming in as quickly as they had hoped.

As a result, tensions run high as Maude and Carol bicker over the investment and who is to blame for their financial woes. The situation comes to a head when it is revealed that Mr. Butterfield had actually invested their money in a less-than-reputable company, leaving them with little to no hope of recouping their losses.

The episode ultimately resolves with Maude and Carol coming to terms with the harsh reality of their situation and realizing that they need to prioritize financial stability over the allure of get-rich-quick schemes. Though the investment ends up being a bust, the experience teaches them both valuable lessons about the importance of due diligence and caution when it comes to investing.