If the next 20 years play out anywhere close to how the market has performed over the previous 20 years, I'll be golden.
The problem is that I have very little faith in the system. Globalists are getting desperate, and we know they're willing to burn everything down if they think they'll rule over what's left.
Obviously I can't just stick my money in a mattress because inflation would kill me. I own gold and BTC (combined about 10% of the total), but otherwise it's mostly in VOO with sprinklings in individual stocks.
I feel like my only real option is to let it ride and hope I can retire before the collapse. Even if the market only slightly beats inflation I'll still be set.
Anyone disagree and think there's a better option?
Have these squared away before worrying about investing:
Emergency physical cash on hand in case of a grid down situation. Even if the government is stable, natural disasters happen.
Emergency fund for stuff like repairs, medical issues, etc. Shit happens and is usually expensive.
Emergency prepping: Food (plus means to prepare and eat it), water, flashlights, medicine, means of staying warm, etc.
Self-defense. Firearm, ammo, tools and spare parts for maintenance.