the first thing it tells me is that the western world is slipping as the number one consumer force on this planet. living standards in the US have a LONG way to fall. the UK is facing up to reality sooner than later though
with property you need to know you are on a winner and get in and get out fast, else hold for the long term with good debt structure and cashflow. If i could pad that out into a book I could sell it for $29.95
