03/27/2019 / By Rhonda Johansson
Life goes on. Never will this be truer than how our economies will still function after SHTF. And while there have been – and are – many discussions on what to do during an emergency event, not a lot of attention is given to how life will change post-crisis.
After a crisis, the economy will most likely revert to a barter-and-trade system. Let’s take a look at the potential situations that may happen. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com)
In a large-scale disaster, it is likely that there will be the absence of a functioning government. Transportation and communication may be limited. With no established order, anarchy may ensue, and properties will no longer be owned by any one person.
Now, if the local government is relatively intact, a small community can come together to reform some kind of order. If this doesn’t happen, however, you should take it upon yourself to ensure your survival as well as those of your loved ones. Try to recover anything and everything that could be of use in a post-apocalyptic world. This includes finding items that have short shelf lives and those that can be used to ward off potential attackers.
It is never recommended that you become some sort of a vigilante, just because there are no rules. Procure weapons to protect yourself and your family; never use them to enforce your own law.
Weapons are primarily items that can be used to deter attackers. These can range from guns to knives to other things such as baseball bats, crowbars, or fire extinguishers.
When choosing a weapon for SHTF, remember that you aren’t selecting items to hunt down game or predators. You are choosing arms that will help you and your family stay alive. A firearm should be your first choice when choosing a SHTF weapon, but carrying one requires you to weigh the rewards against the risks, particularly if it is illegal.
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You may choose alternative weapons; just remember to select those that will not deteriorate quickly.
Weapon selection is an important aspect of economic stability post-SHTF, because you need to protect yourself first before you can focus on trading goods.
It is likely that you will begin with a one-on-one trade with a fellow survivor. This transaction involves only you and the person you are dealing with, usually at a location agreeable to you both.
Eventually a community of like-minded individuals may be established. A secure location may be set up and people will come at a predetermined time to do their trading. Depending on the situation, a permanent setup can be made, or people can make trades wherever and whenever they want.
There are more in-depth articles that will talk about bartering when SHTF, but in general:
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