Surviving the unthinkable: How to prepare for a long-term economic collapse

Build three to six months of savings, reduce high-interest debt and diversify income streams to withstand job loss and economic downturns.
Reinforce home defenses, maintain a low profile and prepare for rising crime due to economic desperation.
Expect tax hikes, bank failures and currency devaluation. Protect assets with tax shelters, physical cash and barterable goods (e.g., ammo, fuel, food).
Stockpile essentials (like medicine, batteries and preserved food) and develop self-sufficiency skills (e.g., gardening, livestock, repair) to survive shortages.
Prepare for civil unrest, natural disasters and utility failures with evacuation plans, off-grid survival skills and trusted local networks.
The specter of economic collapse has haunted civilizations throughout history. Today, amid rising national debt, geopolitical instability and financial volatility, the warning signs are flashing once more. For those unprepared, a prolonged downturn could mean chronic unemployment, supply chain …