On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why the real danger to your wealth right now isn’t inflation itself, but how investors react to it—often by getting overly defensive, raising cash, and pulling back from growth, which can quietly erode purchasing power over time. Using lessons from the 1970s and real-world portfolio examples, they highlight how inflation is cumulative, why “playing it safe” can backfire, and how even high-net-worth investors risk compressing their future if their portfolios aren’t built to outpace rising costs. They also share why disciplined allocation, proper use of cash buckets, and stress-testing your plan during good markets are key to staying on track for the long term.