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Hyperinflation:

How to Prepare for the

Collapse of the US Dollar

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Introduction

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Chapter 2

What is Hyperinflation?

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Chapter 3

How does Hyperinflation Occur?

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Chapter 4

Examples throughout History of Hyperinflation

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Chapter 5

Hyperinflation & the Future – Reasons for Concern

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Chapter 6

What will Happen if Hyperinflation Occurs in the Future?

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Chapter 7

How to be Prepared for Hyperinflation

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Chapter 8

Conclusion

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Chapter 1

Introduction

The economy is something that influences each and every one of us. In the

past several years the economy has been in a downward spiral that has

caused many people to be worried about the future.

There are high rates of unemployment, people are shutting the doors of their

business, and new business ideas are being placed on the back burner for

now. Many people are struggling to get by financially and heavily in debt.

With foreclosures at an all time high, people are losing their homes and

struggling to make ends mean. Shelters for the homeless are full and even

the charities that are trying to help people out are running low on money and

supplies that they can offer.

We aren’t talking simple inflation over time though with this topic. Instead,

we are talking about them being so large that they can cause prices to double

in a very small period of time. That can be a few months, a few weeks, or in

some parts of the world less than a day.

Economic studies have long been a part of understanding inflation. What the

experts are stating at this point in time is that we are headed down a path that

will take us into hyperinflation when we really want to get into a recession.

Some people believe that throughout history we just have to allow the

economy to go through these cycles. Sometimes it is good and other times it

isn’t. However, there is enough information now that shows by properly

understanding hyperinflation, what causes it, how to take action, and how to

recover from it the US dollar can be protected.

As a Nation we are lucky that there have only been two documented times in

history when hyperinflation has occurred. Yet many analysts believe it is on

the horizon so we have to make changes right now to prevent it.

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All of us out there have been dealing with the tough economic times. They

have been a factor for everyone from the top to the bottom. In a time of

global economic values and online businesses that deal all over the world it

is even more important that the value of the US dollar is able to be retained.

As you learn more about hyperinflation you can stop feeling like you are at

the mercy of the government or society to help you get by. What you will

also realize is that many people blame the government for not helping but

when they do help such efforts can actually trigger hyperinflation instead of

preventing it.

Understanding the dynamics of those roles can help you to reduce panic

feelings about what is going on with the economy. It can also help you to see

why extending more credit, printing more money, and even reducing taxes

aren’t solutions that can help our economy.

There is no easy solution either to slowing inflation or preventing

hyperinflation. There are many theories out there and there are also those

that belief we can learn from the mistakes of the past in terms of how the

economic foundation of money in the USA is operating.

Chapter 2

What is Hyperinflation?

In order to really understand all of what we will cover, you need to have a

solid grasp on what hyperinflation is. In simple terms it is tied into inflation

levels that are extremely high and out of control. They are well beyond the

norms of inflation.

As a result of hyperinflation prices increase rapidly. This causes many of

complex concerns. There are basic things we all need and those seem to

what the price increases hit the hardest.

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For example when you go to fill your car up at the gas station you may find

that it has jumped by several cents per gallon. Sometimes those jumps are as

much as ten cents per gallon overnight too. This can increase the budget in

your household for fuel substantially.

We all have to eat and the cost of food continues to increase during

hyperinflation too. When you buy food items at the grocery store it is going

to be much more than before. Due to the increased costs of supplies it also

means you can plan on paying more when you dine out.

One of the other significant areas of the budget where you will see increases

are in utilities. Most of us have seen several spikes and increases in the costs

of utilities over the past couple of years. It is tough due to the fact that we

need water, heat, and cooling available to us. We also need electricity so we

feel that we are at the mercy of such companies.

Due to hyperinflation it is very hard for many households to make ends

meet. They find their costs for necessities goes up and so they have less

disposable income. For those on a fixed income or low income who were

just getting by it is now virtually impossible.

Households are cutting out extras and that is why so many businesses are

having problems too. When a household can barely meet their required

expenses they aren’t spending on items that they consider to be wants or

luxuries any more.

The terminology that experts use for hyperinflation is a period of time when

the cycle of inflation continues to grow so rapidly that there isn’t any real

balance in sight for it.

When you have an increase in costs that is very fast, there is no controlling

it, and prices are continually increasing with large jumps you have more than

inflation to deal with – it is hyperinflation. It is very unusual but it does

happen and it is something that the US dollar could be heading towards.

In order for hyperinflation to be present without a doubt one of two things

must occur:

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If the accumulated inflation rate of the past 3 year period is equal to or more

than 100%

OR

The accumulated rate of inflation is more than 50% over a one month period

of time.

Even though there are historical standings of hyperinflation hundreds of

years old, no one studied it and gave us solid information about it until 1956.

A book by Phillip Cagan called “The Monetary Dynamics of

Hyperinflation” was a huge release that showed people some of the reasons

why it happens and to give them an understanding of the process.

A great deal of what is found in this book has been given credible backing

by economic specialists. They have studied the foundations of the US dollar

and the economy. They don’t argue with what Cagan offered in that very

enlightening book.

However, that doesn’t mean our Nation now has all of the answers of how to

prevent high inflation and hyperinflation from occurring. The good news

though is that the government and all citizens have access to information

that can help them to identify the signs that may indicate that hyperinflation

is going to happen.

It can help use to take action that will change the course of history. Most

people don’t think much about economics or the economy of the USA when

things are going well. When they turn the other way though people are fun

of panic over it and they are ready to place blame.

Taking responsibility for the economy is a role we all need to step into. Too

often citizens feel that their hands are tied and they have to make do with

what is going on. Yet they have decisions about buying commodities such as

gold, reaching out for credit that is offered, and how they will handle their

own finances in tough economic times.

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Chapter 3

How does Hyperinflation Occur?

There are many different variables that can occur when it comes to

triggering hyperinflation. It is impossible to cover all of them so we will

cover those that have the most significant impact on the economy of the

USA.

When the general public decides to retain all of their wealth in forms of non

monetary assets it can create problems with cash flow. There are many

people that decide to invest in foreign currency such as with ForEx. This can

all influence the amount of purchasing power that the USA has as a whole.

In many instances the general public is looking at money in terms of foreign

currency. They may get price quotes in other currencies and that too can be a

problem with very high levels of inflation occurring.

Today’s society in the USA often has a buy it now and pay for it later

attitude. Yet the balance of credit purchases has to be very closely evaluated.

The prices then have to be increased in order to help cover the losses of

those that aren’t able to repay the credit that was extended to them.

There is a price index and it can be very complex overall. They can

influence many elements of the economy including prices of goods and

services, wages, and interest rates. It is a good idea to become familiar with

that. Too many people don’t realize the influences that these changes have

on the economic status.

Any time you have a substantial amount of goods being produced but not

enough of a market to purchase then you will have problems with

hyperinflation. There has to be a balance of supply and demand for the

economy to be healthy.

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When you look at paper money, it really is only as valuable as the stability

of the economy. When that value isn’t there it can be very difficult for it to

be trusted and continue to do what it was intended for.

When hyperinflation is present, the purchasing power of various entities

including private and public investors and banks is diminished. It the USA

the biggest problem has to do with the fact that the Federal government is

heavily in debt.

The scenario is that if they continue to create large sums of paper money to

circulate then they will cause hyperinflation. Those paper bills won’t be

worth the ink they are printed with to express the sentiments of many experts

in the field of economics.

Chapter 4

Examples throughout History

of Hyperinflation

Hyperinflation has occurred in the USA a couple of times. Examining the

history is a great way to learn from what was taking place and to strive to

prevent it from happening again.

During the Revolutionary war a printing of a type of currency called

Continental Currency was introduced. However, they were very simple to

counterfeit and that was a huge devastating from the economy. As a result

they quickly become just about worthless.

During the Civil War the value of the dollar went from very high to almost

nothing in the period of time from 1861 to 1865. It isn’t just in the USA

though where this has been a part of history. That means it can happen just

about anywhere regardless of the stability of the country. Many of them

haven’t been too long ago in history either.

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The biggest lesson in history to observe if you want to take on the

perspective and the power of hyperinflation is to evaluate Germany in 1945.

By 1946 the costs were increasing at a rate of about 19% per day. What is

very scary is that in 2008 hyperinflation was out of control in Zimbabwe and

reached an increase of 231,000,000%!

When you carefully look at all of the examples of hyperinflation that have

occurred around the world you will recognize some constant themes. It

usually accompanies something along the lines of a war, a depression

relating to the economic state, and even drastic changes in political

leadership.

When the public worries about the presence of the dollar and the value of it

they are less likely to invest their money too. They will avoid placing it in

the stock market, in savings, and more. This is why so many lenders drop

interest rates at this time… they need to encourage people to borrow and to

get the economy moving in the right direction again.

Right now in the USA you have mortgage rates for homes at the lowest they

have been in a very long time. So why aren’t first time buyers and even

those that want to have investment property rushing to get such loans? Why

aren’t businesses buying property to get an established location?

When you also look at the fact that foreclosures for homes and businesses

are also at record highs it tells you that things aren’t in balance. No one

wants to borrow money for their first home and then lose it. The same is true

for those that have rental properties or that want to own their own business.

The risk is just too high for them to take the leap in most instances.

While such thoughts about investing being risky, the problem only continues

to get worse and worse. When the public can’t find faith in the system then

recovering from inflation and avoiding hyperinflation isn’t possible.

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Chapter 5

Hyperinflation & the Future –

Reasons for Concern

When the economy gets tough it has a continued domino effect on people.

For example there can be a lack if jobs so there are fewer people with money

to spend. They aren’t able to pay for basic items that they need, let alone

additional items.

As a result those that offer basic items find they are in a crunch. They don’t

have enough money coming in to continue production at such levels.

Businesses that offer goods and services that aren’t necessary also going to

struggle. It makes sense that no one is going to buy what they want when

they can’t afford to pay for what they really need.

Too many people are blaming President Obama for the tough economy, but

the truth is that it was in dire straights before he ever stepped into that

position. There have been many elements that contribute to it. The

government being heavily in debt is one of them.

Huge expenditures on things such as the war in Iraq add up quickly. Now

that the government is getting involved with the concerns in Korea there is

speculation that there will be war in that direction too. This means more

National debt and the country is already trillions of dollars in debt and it

continues to grow.

In order for a hyperinflation to be prevented or to be ended once it has

started, there needs to be efforts in place that will stop the rapid growth in

terms of the stock of money. Sometimes it takes the government of a country

creating a new type of currency.

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It isn’t a fast process and there is never quick solution that can be

implemented. As a result hyperinflation can last for a very long time. It is

something that can really weaken an entire government system and to make

them vulnerable.

Complete fiscal reform has to take place from underlying government levels

at the same time. This can only be done though by successfully bringing the

budget of the government back into balance. As we all known that isn’t

going to be any easy feat for the USA to do.

The overall efficiency of the economy of a country is ruined when

hyperinflation occurs. It becomes an exhausting game though of people

tossing money and choices around.

On one hand they want more money because of the mentality that we have

been driven by for so long. On the other hand what they really seek is the

overall value associated with all of it.

Unless you have been living under a rock, you are aware of Sarah Palin and

the efforts she has been involved with. After losing the Presidential election

where she was running for the office of Vice President, she has been very

active with the Tea Party.

Many experts believe that such efforts led by her will be a significant

influence for hyperinflation occurring. Why? It is based on statistics that

show that while there has been a steady rise in inflation, it wasn’t until the

Tea Party efforts started that the problem skyrocketed.

According to the statistics that have been kept regarding such data, there is a

belief by many that the Tea Party efforts are going to continue to cause

inflation to rise to the point where hyperinflation isn’t something that can be

side stepped. It is anticipated that this will occur in 2019.

Who can forget the bailouts for the banks and even for the car dealerships?

They have all contributed to problems with our economy in the USA. They

have led us down a path of more debt and less value for the dollar. Even

though there are structured plans in place for those bailouts, the question is

how much with the Federal government actually be out financially with

them by the time it is all said and done?

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By the same token you have many citizens that are upset by all of this. They

see big corporations and entities getting financial help and bailouts from the

Federal government all the time. They also see that the USA government

sends funds around the world to help such as with the Iraq War.

However, there are so many people in our own society with piles of debt,

living off of their credit cards, and losing their homes. There are people out

of work and they are asking who is going to be there to bail them out? They

are tired of holding on tight and hoping things will turn around because just

continues to be going in the other direction.

Of course the response from the Federal government is that they do help

citizens in the form of stimulus programs. This includes programs that offer

tax breaks, tax stimulus checks, rebates, and even those hefty programs that

help first time home buyers to get a rebate check for up to $8,000.

Lower taxes seem to be what everyone is asking for, but there is a reason

why we have to pay them. When there are less taxes being taken in then it

becomes harder for the Federal government to pay down their debt which is

a contributing factor to hyperinflation. As you can figure out at this point, it

can call quickly become a Catch 22 situation with no simple solution.

This is because the answer isn’t to increase taxes and then to pay off the

Federal debt quicker. It all has to be balanced with what people need. They

have to have hope that their desperate financial situation isn’t going to

control them forever. If the government takes that away it will be chaos.

With hyperinflation we need to realize that the overall purchasing power of

people in the USA will be less than it is right now, and that can lead to the

collapse of the US dollar. The reason is because there is still consumption

taking place.

What is missing though is investing which is what really balances out the

entire process in the world of economics. This lack of faith also encourages

people to invest in the currency of other countries rather than that own. That

can continue to drive the overall economy of the USA into the ground at an

amazing speed.

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Added to all of this is the significant factor relating to irresponsible

borrowing. It is amazing that people have the ability to borrow so much

more than they can repay. It is true that many Americans are only a

paycheck or two away from losing everything. They owe so many creditors

that each time they get income coming in almost every bit of it goes right

back out.

This doesn’t leave much for investing or for saving. It also doesn’t leave

much for them to use for future purchases. As a result they continue the

cycle of borrowing. There are billions of dollars out there owed to creditors

and that is fine for them as long as they are getting paid. Between the

principle and the interest they are making huge sums of money.

Yet when you have a high percentage of people defaulting on those

payments you are going to have a huge hit on the economic status and

stability of the country. What is ironic is that to help prevent hyperinflation

the government often promotes more lending and more spending.

Chapter 6

What will Happen if Hyperinflation

Occurs in the Future?

Many of us in the USA have the mindset that the economy is terrible and it

can’t get any worse. Of course that is before they knew about hyperinflation

and what it could bring to the equation. Should this happen in the future

there are several things that could likely happen.

More Paper Money

Most of us have thought at one time or another that it would be nice to have

piles of cash around that we could do whatever we wanted with. In times of

high inflation the government may create more paper money to circulate as a

means of trying to stimulate the economy. This is really part of the root

cause of hyperinflation though.

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Let’s say you do have that pile of money around as you have always

dreamed of. It won’t last long though because something that once cost $10

will then cost $15 the next, $20 in a few more days, and by the time the

week ends it may cost $30 or more. This will be the scenario with everything

you need to buy.

This occurs because there isn’t enough gold in place to back up that paper

money. It really does become nothing more of value than just some paper. It

is a complex compilation of events but if we have learned anything

throughout history it tells us that printing more paper money is going to be

more of a problem than a solution.

Increased Panic

When inflation occurs it is tough on the citizens in the USA. At the same

time though when there is hyperinflation and it increases at an alarming rate

then you have to issues where people are in a panic. That is fuel to the fire

though and it will only cause the problem to get worse.

Yet there isn’t much you can do about such panic. We are creatures of habit

and our finances are something that is a very emotional situation full of

tension for many of us already. Therefore, it doesn’t take much for panic and

chaos on an economic level to ensue.

Credit that is Easy to get

During high inflation and the brink of hyperinflation it starts to seem like

there is more credit to be accessed out there. The idea is for the Federal

government and for lending institutions to offer up more money in the area

of credit. They offer incentives, lower rates of interest, and more to entice

people.

The idea is that this will help with being able to help with getting the

economy back on track. The lenders find that they are offering funds that go

beyond what they have in reserves though and that is why problems can

escalate from that point.

Issuing credit to those that may not be able to pay it back increases. Lending

to potential business ideas that may have a tough time making it in a good

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economy and very little chance in a poor economical state also add to the

tension and difficulties. When credit is readily there it can be enticing for

those that otherwise wouldn’t be pursuing it.

As a result of credit being easier to access, it can cause a spectrum of

problems. For example there are all types of debts that grow out of products

that are made and business ventures. Yet they so often prove to be fruitless

that even when there were good intentions this becomes part of the problem

and not a realistic solution.

All of this results in conflicts, more distrust of the citizens of the USA, and

the government will be blamed for inflation that continues and for busting

the bubble of people that thought this was a step for the economy to

improve.

It is often ironic that it is seen as a means to help calm panic and to get trust

back in the American dollar. On the other hand though what is taking place

behind the scenes is stirring up more chaos and driving the rate of inflation

higher and higher.

The government may be sending a message to come and get money, it is

cheap to get, and it is easier to get than ever. That is a mistake though and

we do need to be very conscious of it.

Yet when you look at what is going on with incentives to start businesses,

parents encouraged to go back to college, and even programs to help people

get newer vehicles and to buy homes you can see these patterns of easier to

get credit all ready in place for the US dollar. That is why the outlook for

hyperinflation continues to be more of a reality all the time.

Ending the Credit Availability

What happens next in that scenario though is that the easy to get credit is

going to have to come to an end. It isn’t realistic to think that they can

continue to lend on reserves that aren’t in place for long.

The issue becomes how to work out those debts. The banks and other

entities will be looking to the Federal government to help them out of the

financial crunch. This in turn is going to create more of a deficit for the

Federal government.

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Citizens will be burdened with collections, high rates of interest for missed

payments, and feeling that they are in a never ending mountain of debt that

they can’t escape from. During that reallocation period though there is more

panic and doom. That is when people start to lose their businesses and their

homes.

Loss of Income

As businesses fail though many of them are laying off people and so the

overall income of people continues to drop while the prices continue to

increase. Those that have investments out there in various elements as part

of their portfolios also start to realize that they are no longer worth what they

thought they were.

For those that have had money invested in their retirement funds for many

years, it could dwindle down to next to nothing. That can make it hard to

plan the future. For many people it means working 10 or more years longer

than they had planned to due to the loss of financial security for their future.

Some older people aren’t in good enough health to continue working. For

those that are laid off due to business cut backs and closures it is extremely

difficult to find another business that will hire them.

Banks can only see so much in the form of bad debt before they have to stop

lending. For small business that also means lines of credit they once had to

rely on for supplies and to keep things afloat are eliminated. They often

can’t continue the flow of business without them.

When you think that their volume of sales has been reduced too, they may be

just barely getting by. Without the bank there to help them out of a bind they

are going to have their own creditors breathing down their necks.

Assets aren’t Worth Much

Another element that will occur when hyperinflation is present is that assets

aren’t worth very much anymore. A household may decide to sell a vehicle

they have but they discover they can’t get what they owe on it. If it is paid

for they will find they can’t get the blue book value on it.

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For someone that wants to sell their home to get out from under the debt

they will likely find that the value is well below what they still owe on it.

This is very true for anyone who has lived in their home for less than 10

years and has a 30 year mortgage on it.

Should a vehicle be repossessed or property foreclosed on the lender to will

sell it for what they can get out of it. They will then pursue the person they

lent the money to for the difference. So you could lose your vehicle or your

home and still not be out of the debt.

Credit is definitely a driving factor that can allow hyperinflation to occur.

When you think of the number of people that are relying on credit cards to

get by you can easily see how that is possible. They are paying the minimum

due monthly but racking up more and more on the debt all the time.

They aren’t doing this to live extravagantly or to buy things they want such a

toys and gadgets. They are using that credit to buy food, to get fuel in their

vehicles, and to pay for basic household necessities.

Chapter 7

How to be Prepared

for Hyperinflation

Fuel

While none of us what to see the US dollar collapse, we have to be faced

with the reality that it can happen. The economy is in very poor shape right

now and that means hyperinflation can take place. There are steps you can

take that will help to reduce the impact on you.

Do you have an economic vehicle? When prices at the pumps go up such

crunches are tough. You need a vehicle that is good on fuel. It may be a

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good time to turn that gas guzzler in for something that benefits you more.

There are tax credits too for investing in a hybrid vehicle so you may want to

go that route as well.

Consider changing jobs or trying to work at home a few days a week. By

doing so you will be able to cut down on commuting. Think about using

public forms of transportation or car pooling too so that you can reduce

overall fuel expenditures.

Food

Smart shopping is very important if you want to reduce your expenses on

food. Take the time to go through ads that the grocery stores offer. Plan your

menu around what is on sale. Avoid processed foods as they tend to cost

much more. Try to buy in bulk too on items you will use often.

Plan meals for at least one week at a time too. Then you will reduce the

number of trips you have to make to the grocery store per month.

Consider growing some of your own foods too. This includes fresh fruits and

vegetables. It isn’t hard to create a garden and your entire family can take

part in it. The cost of preparing it and nurturing it will be far less than buying

such food items at the grocery store.

Alternative Energy

Two of the big increased costs during hyperinflation have to do with

increased utility costs and increased fuel. By going with sources of

alternative energy though you will be able to get what you need for less.

These sources include solar energy, wind energy, and hydro power.

There are grants in some locations as well as tax credits that can assist with

the cost of these alternative energy benefits. It is worth it to look into what

can be done. The additional of solar energy panels for a home or business is

a very typical way to get started with these ideas.

Bartering

In the old days when money had little value bartering was very common.

You can go back to incorporating such ideas too. For example you can clean

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for someone and they can watch your children. You can do your friends

taxes and they can create a website for your business.

There are so many ways that bartering can take place. The idea is to get

value in exchange for something you can offer someone else of value. Then

you can both accomplish what you need without it being a dollar amount

expense to either one of you.

Gold

While the dollar may be losing its overall value due to inflation – and it will

be definite in hyperinflation, gold continues to do better and better through

all of this. Buying gold is considered to be a hedge against future inflation

and definitely against hyperinflation.

This is because the higher the rate of inflation the more the gold is worth.

The changes in supply and demand in the country and around the world

impact the price of gold on a regular basis. There is a great deal of

information you can refer to that will show you the statistical trends of

buying such a commodity.

Gold is a commodity that is produced specifically for people to accumulate.

That is what distinguishes it from other commodities that are produced for

the sole purpose of them being consumed. The fact that gold is also

universal and accepted in every country around the world though is why it

does have a substantial value.

Of course as the rate of inflation goes up, the cost of gold that you will be

investing in is going to increase too. The longer you wait to buy it the less

you are going to get in return for your investment. When the dollar is weak

the price for this precious commodity is also going to be higher than before.

Gold is the reserve though for value in place of dollars and coins around the

world. The more gold a person has the less tensions they should be faced

with when it comes to the economic downfall. The market can collapse,

banks can be involved in various scandals, but at the end of the day gold will

still be gold – and it will still be of value even during hyperinflation.

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Chapter 8

Conclusion

Inflation alone is tough but hyperinflation is something that can be

devastating to the USA and to other countries around the world. It can cause

hardship at very deep levels for people that are struggling to get by. It can

affect people both physically and mentally. The trauma of it often results in

higher levels of crime, depression, and higher rates of divorce.

As a result the central bank forces often fight continually to maintain

stability. It is a complex issue though and there are so many variables

forcing their hands. There have been many times in history that

hyperinflation has occurred.

The goal though is to be able to learn from the past so that preventative

measures can be taken in the future. As a result it can help to secure a

stronger economy and reduce the chances that the US dollar will collapse. It

isn’t just up to these banks though.

Don’t think that you don’t play a role in stopping hyperinflation. What many

people don’t realize is that it affects those at the lower end of the income

levels to the very top. The fact that the number of dollars you have no longer

is important means that a struggle from it will have serious repercussions so

we all have to do something.

According to the experts there is no method offered at this point in time that

can completely eliminate the possibility of hyperinflation occur in the USA

or any other country around the world for that matter.

All of us have the responsibility to learn about hyperinflation, to take steps

in our own lives to guard against it, and to make the economic balance of

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our Nation stronger than it has been in a long time. It can be tough to make it

happen but the collaborative efforts of many can bring promising changes

for tomorrow.

The economy has worn many faces throughout history in the USA. There

have been ups and downs but the US dollar has always held a higher value

than that of many other forms of currency around the world. We have had

two periods in history when hyperinflation changed that.

Are we on the course for that happening right now? Many experts believe

that is the case due to the high unemployment rate, stagnant businesses, and

the easy access to credit. Those are all key points that can cause

hyperinflation to occur. The more critical factors you have involved though

the more evident that hyperinflation is on the horizon becomes apparent.

Understanding what is at stake though is a huge part of changing the course

of history for the USA and the value of the dollar. We have a great deal at

stake that has to be protected. The citizens of the USA aren’t happy with the

economy and they continue to invest in foreign currency at this time.

Hopefully they will realize that isn’t helping but instead invest in gold. That

will help to offer value and backing for the paper money in circulation. You

can be President Obama has an entire team of experts keeping a close eye on

everything. They want to see the economy of the USA rebound.

It is a process though that takes time, that has many variables to consider,

and that have to be tested. There are many things that we want to prevent our

Nation from repeating from history. However, there are many things we may

be able to try that we don’t know the outcome of. We want to do what is

right for the USA dollar but that can also mean taking risks to avoid

hyperinflation.

It is important to be on top of what is going on. Don’t bury your head in the

sand and hope for the best. Be an advocate for what you want to see happen

and how you want your future to be economically. Don’t think for an instant

that you don’t have an influence about what will happen now and in the

future for the economy of the USA.