[rawhide]

Where does one put their dollars at now, especially the money tied up in a 401k, that is expected to finance you through retirement? What investments are safe, that will keep up with the rate of inflation?

[onyx]

Exactly. Real estate? Certainly not in a deflationary market. Precious metals? Wicked times.

[matthew fuller]

"Where does one put their dollars at now, especially the money tied up in a 401k, that is expected to finance you through retirement? "

I vote for guns, ammo, canned tuna (the good kind, Starkist Gormet Choice Solid Light Tuna Filet, $1.12 @ wallyworld for 4.5 oz.) and bars of bath soap. Lots of drinking water. That's all just a start.