<prompt> Human: Im 20 and have recently been researching investing strategies and am considering opening up a Roth IRA. I would be willing to put money into it consistently because many members of my family have had money issues and are subsequently unable to retire, which has inspired me to start putting more thought into what Im spending.However, I dont think its such a crazy conspiracy theory that the government could confiscate my money for whatever reason in the next 40-50 years. It happened during the great depression in the US, and it could happen again. Are there any further precautions I could take to ensure that my money remains mine indefinitely?  <response>: If it comes to them robbing your retirement funds, what other vehicle could you possibly put the money in that wouldnt also get taken? Stockpile all the gold you want for instance. One executive order and private gold ownership is made illegal. If this is a serious concern for you, then just invest heavily in guns, ammo, food, and water. The only resources that would really matter if things got that bad. 