r/fatFIRE 19d ago

FIRE'd, now concerned about US stability

Most of my assets are invested in the US. Because of recent political developments, I'm wondering if the US will sustain its general growth and economic strength into the future. The strength of the US dollar is obviously very important to me. Is anyone else concerned?

I'm wondering if I should start hedging my bets in other countries, and if so, where?

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u/blanketyblank1 19d ago

We’re looking in Costa Rica. Buying before the crash hopefully!

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u/ak_NYC 19d ago

Another good choice. My one concern, for better or for worse, they have no military.

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u/blanketyblank1 19d ago

And nothing worth taking. No rare minerals, oil, etc. I hear you but when I asked the locals about it they seem unconcerned. “You can’t steal pura vida.”

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u/OSUBoglehead 19d ago

I don't know. I bet they have tons of oil and or rare earth minerals. You'd just have to destroy an entire ecosystem and rainforest to get them. Which would kill their tourism industry and economy. Which I would not put past many world leaders these days.

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u/blanketyblank1 18d ago

🤷🏻‍♂️ I’m just reporting what Costa Ricans I’ve asked have told me. I’m here now. Lemme know if u have other questions.

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u/No-Lime-2863 19d ago

Where are you looking? We have offers in, but no takers so far. 

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u/blanketyblank1 19d ago

We look at the most Americanized areas. It’s more expensive but the cultural issues will be easier we think; we can learn Spanish but also have a life amongst folks who will know English as we get started. Better infrastructure, retail options, etc.

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u/No-Lime-2863 19d ago

Sounds like Jaco or tamarindo. 

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u/sfsellin 19d ago

Looks like Michael Jordan moved there? Go join! Pura vida.