Understanding your environment and what could happen there is paramount to planning correctly.

But what about money in a disaster?

With the spread of something like the coronavirus, commodities could become more valuable than money.

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Is There a Need?

That means youll need something else to act as money.

What Counts?

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Many people who prepare for disasters think traditionally when talking about stocking up on currency.

Gold or silver bullion, maybe regular cash in small bills, gemstones or other valuable tangibles.

Theres just one problem.

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The market regular old supply and demand dictates what the value of that material is.

you’ve got the option to get pretty creative with currency items.

Think about things that are relatively cheap or even free, and easy to get right now.

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If people tend to take their availability for granted, they might make a good currency.

If they perform a function that people might need later, even better.

These can be used as bribes and trades, or even to boost your own morale if necessary.

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Think ahead, stock up and be ready.

You might end up being far more wealthy in a disaster than you are now.

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