So, what does the average Joe do to protect himself and his family?
(1) If you have an “investment advisor” fire them—stop paying fees—they are as clueless as you are.
(2) Have some gold and silver in your possession. If you want to leave some in a bank vault as well, fine, but be aware if things get bad you won’t be able to get to the vault.
(3) Buy stuff that lasts—clothes, long term storage food, smokes if you smoke, alcohol if you drink, health and beauty aid items—and overstock.
(4) If you don’t live away from cities figure out a way to make that happen—you don’t want to be in the middle of chaos.
Just for starters...
“So, what does the average Joe do to protect himself and his family?”
Very tough question.
A few suggestions:
1. Vote Trump
2. Know your neighbors.
3. Store some food, guns, and ammunition.
4. Develop contacts with the local police/sheriff’s department.