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[4plexowner]

Exchange worthless fiat currency for tangible goods

My most recent investment: a case of 12 year old Chivas Regal

Likely to hold its value far better than any paper BS denominated in a fiat currency

[Anonymous]

If you ask this question you are going to get quite a diversity of advice. But make sure you make a note of this:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q/bc?s=^DJI&t=my&l=on&z=m&q=l&c=

Nearly a century of financial history, including the (real) great depression and a war that was bigger than any of us can imagine.

And yes, the Federal Reserve, fiat currency and all these other evils existed throughout the bulk of this period.

Definitely some bumps along the way, yet somehow it all kept growing.

I’m not trying to paint a rosy picture – the economy is in pretty grim shape and there will be pain in the short term. And no one knows if the short-term will be 5 years, or even 20. But this is not the end of the civilized world.

You will hear arguments that somehow the rules have changed, but I don’t think anyone you’ll meet or read is qualified to dispel the forces that have contributed to centuries of continued economic growth. As long as people wake up every morning and endeavor to improve their lives, the economy will find a way to grow.

Of course this isn’t really specific investment advice, but hopefully it will provide some context that will allow you to evaluate the merits of the advice that you will inevitably get.

[Anonymous]

If you ask this question you are going to get quite a diversity of advice. But make sure you make a note of this:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q/bc?s=^DJI&t=my&l=on&z=m&q=l&c=

Nearly a century of financial history, including the (real) great depression and a war that was bigger than any of us can imagine.

And yes, the Federal Reserve, fiat currency and all these other evils existed throughout the bulk of this period.

Definitely some bumps along the way, yet somehow it all kept growing.

I’m not trying to paint a rosy picture – the economy is in pretty grim shape and there will be pain in the short term. And no one knows if the short-term will be 5 years, or even 20. But this is not the end of the civilized world.

You will hear arguments that somehow the rules have changed, but I don’t think anyone you’ll meet or read is qualified to dispel the forces that have contributed to centuries of continued economic growth. As long as people wake up every morning and endeavor to improve their lives, the economy will find a way to grow.

Of course this isn’t really specific investment advice, but hopefully it will provide some context that will allow you to evaluate the merits of the advice that you will inevitably get.

[Anonymous]

If you ask this question you are going to get quite a diversity of advice. But make sure you make a note of this:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q/bc?s=^DJI&t=my&l=on&z=m&q=l&c=

Nearly a century of financial history, including the (real) great depression and a war that was bigger than any of us can imagine.

And yes, the Federal Reserve, fiat currency and all these other evils existed throughout the bulk of this period.

Definitely some bumps along the way, yet somehow it all kept growing.

I’m not trying to paint a rosy picture – the economy is in pretty grim shape and there will be pain in the short term. And no one knows if the short-term will be 5 years, or even 20. But this is not the end of the civilized world.

You will hear arguments that somehow the rules have changed, but I don’t think anyone you’ll meet or read is qualified to dispel the forces that have contributed to centuries of continued economic growth. As long as people wake up every morning and endeavor to improve their lives, the economy will find a way to grow.

Of course this isn’t really specific investment advice, but hopefully it will provide some context that will allow you to evaluate the merits of the advice that you will inevitably get.

[Anonymous]

If you ask this question you are going to get quite a diversity of advice. But make sure you make a note of this:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q/bc?s=^DJI&t=my&l=on&z=m&q=l&c=

Nearly a century of financial history, including the (real) great depression and a war that was bigger than any of us can imagine.

And yes, the Federal Reserve, fiat currency and all these other evils existed throughout the bulk of this period.

Definitely some bumps along the way, yet somehow it all kept growing.

I’m not trying to paint a rosy picture – the economy is in pretty grim shape and there will be pain in the short term. And no one knows if the short-term will be 5 years, or even 20. But this is not the end of the civilized world.

You will hear arguments that somehow the rules have changed, but I don’t think anyone you’ll meet or read is qualified to dispel the forces that have contributed to centuries of continued economic growth. As long as people wake up every morning and endeavor to improve their lives, the economy will find a way to grow.

Of course this isn’t really specific investment advice, but hopefully it will provide some context that will allow you to evaluate the merits of the advice that you will inevitably get.

[Anonymous]

If you ask this question you are going to get quite a diversity of advice. But make sure you make a note of this:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q/bc?s=^DJI&t=my&l=on&z=m&q=l&c=

Nearly a century of financial history, including the (real) great depression and a war that was bigger than any of us can imagine.

And yes, the Federal Reserve, fiat currency and all these other evils existed throughout the bulk of this period.

Definitely some bumps along the way, yet somehow it all kept growing.

I’m not trying to paint a rosy picture – the economy is in pretty grim shape and there will be pain in the short term. And no one knows if the short-term will be 5 years, or even 20. But this is not the end of the civilized world.

You will hear arguments that somehow the rules have changed, but I don’t think anyone you’ll meet or read is qualified to dispel the forces that have contributed to centuries of continued economic growth. As long as people wake up every morning and endeavor to improve their lives, the economy will find a way to grow.

Of course this isn’t really specific investment advice, but hopefully it will provide some context that will allow you to evaluate the merits of the advice that you will inevitably get.

[scaredyclassic]

ok, dude may have a point. but when i say the rules have changed, i didn’t mean like forever and ever. I just meant that whatever people have said is the true conservative route to security might very well be b.s. the truth is no one knows, but it’s not a bad idea to be diversified over a variety of assets. so, for instance, don’t just put all your money in chivas, also make sure you ahve some decent gins and tequilas as well to round out your portfolio. also, one bit of advice that works well for most of us, is tryo to figure out what you really think is the best thing to invest in, and try to determine what the very best time to invest in it is, and then do the exact oposite of whatever seems exactly right to you. that actually usually works. keep your sense of humor, but that there is not a joke.

[scaredyclassic]

ok, dude may have a point. but when i say the rules have changed, i didn’t mean like forever and ever. I just meant that whatever people have said is the true conservative route to security might very well be b.s. the truth is no one knows, but it’s not a bad idea to be diversified over a variety of assets. so, for instance, don’t just put all your money in chivas, also make sure you ahve some decent gins and tequilas as well to round out your portfolio. also, one bit of advice that works well for most of us, is tryo to figure out what you really think is the best thing to invest in, and try to determine what the very best time to invest in it is, and then do the exact oposite of whatever seems exactly right to you. that actually usually works. keep your sense of humor, but that there is not a joke.

[scaredyclassic]

ok, dude may have a point. but when i say the rules have changed, i didn’t mean like forever and ever. I just meant that whatever people have said is the true conservative route to security might very well be b.s. the truth is no one knows, but it’s not a bad idea to be diversified over a variety of assets. so, for instance, don’t just put all your money in chivas, also make sure you ahve some decent gins and tequilas as well to round out your portfolio. also, one bit of advice that works well for most of us, is tryo to figure out what you really think is the best thing to invest in, and try to determine what the very best time to invest in it is, and then do the exact oposite of whatever seems exactly right to you. that actually usually works. keep your sense of humor, but that there is not a joke.

[scaredyclassic]

ok, dude may have a point. but when i say the rules have changed, i didn’t mean like forever and ever. I just meant that whatever people have said is the true conservative route to security might very well be b.s. the truth is no one knows, but it’s not a bad idea to be diversified over a variety of assets. so, for instance, don’t just put all your money in chivas, also make sure you ahve some decent gins and tequilas as well to round out your portfolio. also, one bit of advice that works well for most of us, is tryo to figure out what you really think is the best thing to invest in, and try to determine what the very best time to invest in it is, and then do the exact oposite of whatever seems exactly right to you. that actually usually works. keep your sense of humor, but that there is not a joke.

[scaredyclassic]

ok, dude may have a point. but when i say the rules have changed, i didn’t mean like forever and ever. I just meant that whatever people have said is the true conservative route to security might very well be b.s. the truth is no one knows, but it’s not a bad idea to be diversified over a variety of assets. so, for instance, don’t just put all your money in chivas, also make sure you ahve some decent gins and tequilas as well to round out your portfolio. also, one bit of advice that works well for most of us, is tryo to figure out what you really think is the best thing to invest in, and try to determine what the very best time to invest in it is, and then do the exact oposite of whatever seems exactly right to you. that actually usually works. keep your sense of humor, but that there is not a joke.

[gdub]

I should know to expect such comments, but I personally (and maybe this is why I need to learn some stuff) don’t think that gold is the only sound investment. I have very little concern in the idea of investing now, or in the near future, in stocks with the intent of having a 30-40 year investment.

And I know some things about markets, stocks, etc. But I would like to find some guides to learn the general fundamentals. For example: Let’s say I came on here and said I am planning on making a big investment in Bank of America and Citi. (maybe a bad example, but bear with me) I would be laughed at. But why is this not a good idea? I know its not, but if you had to prove to me that these are bad investments, what would you say? It’s easy to state the obvious opinion that these companies are hurting, but I would like to gain an understanding of the fundamentals.

I don’t think it is there yet, but I see this current economic climate as a possible opportunity to think long-term. I just want to know, somewhat, what I’m doing. I’m not looking for something that wants to tell me that it is a great chance to buy X stock this week, but not Y. And no offense to the great wisdom out there, but I wasn’t really looking for advice to “buy gold.” I was looking to learn why someone would tell me that in the first place. I’m just looking to learn the basic fundamentals of investing. Where can i get this?

And chivas wouldn’t work. Consumable goods would not last as a long-term investment for me.

[gdub]

I should know to expect such comments, but I personally (and maybe this is why I need to learn some stuff) don’t think that gold is the only sound investment. I have very little concern in the idea of investing now, or in the near future, in stocks with the intent of having a 30-40 year investment.

And I know some things about markets, stocks, etc. But I would like to find some guides to learn the general fundamentals. For example: Let’s say I came on here and said I am planning on making a big investment in Bank of America and Citi. (maybe a bad example, but bear with me) I would be laughed at. But why is this not a good idea? I know its not, but if you had to prove to me that these are bad investments, what would you say? It’s easy to state the obvious opinion that these companies are hurting, but I would like to gain an understanding of the fundamentals.

I don’t think it is there yet, but I see this current economic climate as a possible opportunity to think long-term. I just want to know, somewhat, what I’m doing. I’m not looking for something that wants to tell me that it is a great chance to buy X stock this week, but not Y. And no offense to the great wisdom out there, but I wasn’t really looking for advice to “buy gold.” I was looking to learn why someone would tell me that in the first place. I’m just looking to learn the basic fundamentals of investing. Where can i get this?

And chivas wouldn’t work. Consumable goods would not last as a long-term investment for me.

[gdub]

I should know to expect such comments, but I personally (and maybe this is why I need to learn some stuff) don’t think that gold is the only sound investment. I have very little concern in the idea of investing now, or in the near future, in stocks with the intent of having a 30-40 year investment.

And I know some things about markets, stocks, etc. But I would like to find some guides to learn the general fundamentals. For example: Let’s say I came on here and said I am planning on making a big investment in Bank of America and Citi. (maybe a bad example, but bear with me) I would be laughed at. But why is this not a good idea? I know its not, but if you had to prove to me that these are bad investments, what would you say? It’s easy to state the obvious opinion that these companies are hurting, but I would like to gain an understanding of the fundamentals.

I don’t think it is there yet, but I see this current economic climate as a possible opportunity to think long-term. I just want to know, somewhat, what I’m doing. I’m not looking for something that wants to tell me that it is a great chance to buy X stock this week, but not Y. And no offense to the great wisdom out there, but I wasn’t really looking for advice to “buy gold.” I was looking to learn why someone would tell me that in the first place. I’m just looking to learn the basic fundamentals of investing. Where can i get this?

And chivas wouldn’t work. Consumable goods would not last as a long-term investment for me.

[gdub]

I should know to expect such comments, but I personally (and maybe this is why I need to learn some stuff) don’t think that gold is the only sound investment. I have very little concern in the idea of investing now, or in the near future, in stocks with the intent of having a 30-40 year investment.

And I know some things about markets, stocks, etc. But I would like to find some guides to learn the general fundamentals. For example: Let’s say I came on here and said I am planning on making a big investment in Bank of America and Citi. (maybe a bad example, but bear with me) I would be laughed at. But why is this not a good idea? I know its not, but if you had to prove to me that these are bad investments, what would you say? It’s easy to state the obvious opinion that these companies are hurting, but I would like to gain an understanding of the fundamentals.

I don’t think it is there yet, but I see this current economic climate as a possible opportunity to think long-term. I just want to know, somewhat, what I’m doing. I’m not looking for something that wants to tell me that it is a great chance to buy X stock this week, but not Y. And no offense to the great wisdom out there, but I wasn’t really looking for advice to “buy gold.” I was looking to learn why someone would tell me that in the first place. I’m just looking to learn the basic fundamentals of investing. Where can i get this?

And chivas wouldn’t work. Consumable goods would not last as a long-term investment for me.

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