<prompt> Human: So I dont want this to just sit in the bank as inflation will slowly eat away at it. What is the best thing I can do as a solid investment? All answers and suggestions welcome but Im leaning towards real estate to have equity and not waste so much on rent. I would like to buy a house but dont know anything about buying a house. Is 60,000 enough for a good down payment usually?Thanks so much for all your help. Im clueless about investing because Ive always just kept it in the bank.  <response>: Please read the information found in the FAQ particularly I Have X ... What Do I Do With It?! You may find Your IRA and You: Basic Information and Your 401k and You: Basic Information worth a read as well. 