Unfortunately it is no longer the 1990’s. Inflation has been ravaging net worth and purchasing power now for decades. And this did not just start during the pandemic. Inflation for housing, healthcare and education has been skyrocketing for years destroying middle class lives.
Inflation Defense
Any middle class wealth builder must have inflation defense systems in place and practice them regularly.
7 Viking Ways to Beat Inflation
When inflation rises like a stormy sea, you need the discipline and courage of a Viking raider to stay afloat. Here are seven battle-tested strategies to help you protect your wealth when prices are surging.
1. Strengthen Your Financial Longship (Build a Budget)
A Viking captain knows every plank of his ship. You should know every dollar of your spending. Track expenses, plug leaks, and keep your longship tight so inflation can’t sink you.
2. Stockpile Your Winter Stores (Build an Emergency Fund)
When the icy winds of uncertainty blow, a well-stocked storeroom keeps your clan safe. In high inflation, having cash reserves prevents you from relying on high-interest debt during tough months.
3. Wield Inflation-Proof Weapons (Invest in Hard Assets)
Vikings trusted steel, not wishes. Fight inflation with tools that historically hold value—real estate, commodities, TIPS, or other inflation-hedged assets. These are your modern battle axes.
4. Raid New Shores (Increase Your Income)
When local resources shrink, Vikings explore. Do the same: negotiate your salary, develop new skills, start side hustles, or expand your business. More income gives you more power against rising prices.
5. Trade Like a Viking Merchant (Be Smart About Purchases)
Vikings were savvy traders. In inflationary times, shop strategically—buy in bulk, compare prices, use loyalty programs, and avoid unnecessary debt. Every coin saved strengthens your war chest.
6. Build a Strong Shield Wall (Automate & Diversify)
Battling inflation head-on requires protection. Automate contributions to diversified investments so your wealth grows steadily even in turbulent markets. A shield wall of different assets protects you from single-point failure.
7. Keep the Rune Stones Updated (Stay Educated)
Vikings read runes for guidance; you read financial information. Stay informed on interest rates, market shifts, and economic trends. Knowledge is a warrior’s greatest advantage.
Inflation may be fierce, but with Viking grit, strategy, and discipline, you can not only survive the storm—you can sail through it stronger than before.