Paper or metal?
Give me the metal every time. I am not a goldbug and I have always been suspicious of people who write opinion pieces that steer others to their product. I won’t fault much of their reasoning about the dollar though I still think other commodities are a better investment such as beans, rice, land, and ammunition.
Again, for thinking and reasoning adults, there is no discussion to be had as to whether the crash, only when & the best ways to protect oneself and one’s family.
The consequences for picking the wrong method(s) are terrible to contemplate.
Anyone that isn’t frightened (I certainly am) is delusional.
Unfortunately, I know a lot of delusional people.
Although actual consumable commodities certainly have their value, they don’t do a very good job of conveniently storing high value. When you need portability, and consistent value over time, precious metals are hard to beat.
However, in the event of civil strife, socialist dictatorship and martial law, getting money out of the country would be a necessity. Bank accounts can be easily intercepted by the government; they have all our information. Getting metals out of the country will take some creativity.
“Ownership” of land is an illusion. You don’t own land, even if you have paid cash money for it and have the title. The government owns all land, and you rent it from them for whatever your property taxes amount to. Even so, the regulators can and will take it, with little or no compensation to you if it suits their purposes.
Land is only yours if you have the means - both legal and lethal - to defend it against any and all threats. When it comes to the government, your chances as an individual or family are slim to none. Look at Randy Weaver.
Sorry, but that’s the truth.