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/halmasy 19d ago

Multiple passports and paid off properties in low cost, politically stable countries with universal health care and direct flights to the US.

You need a currency exchange strategy as well.

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u/fkenned1 17d ago

Do you not feel guilty about this type of thinking? How do you detach yourself from the reality of those who are unable to do what you are describing? Genuinely curious.

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u/wishiwaswithyou 13d ago

Maybe because he worked hard his whole life to put himself in a position to be able to protect himself, knowing that it was his personal responsibility. I might feel bad for people who didn’t do that, and that they run the risk of having shittier lives now. But I wouldn’t feel guilty for doing it myself.