Originally Posted by GreyWolf

Don't knock it - well done and congrats

Couple of things - suggest you do not have that level of balance in any account. You have entered the world of distrust - the next thing to watch for is bank problems and any "new friends". Banks are unlikely to insure that account balance, so worth spreading it.

Another point is - it's worth investing a portion, but only in secure areas with proven growth. Forget the US property market - at least for the moment, but there will be good opportunities there soon. Look wider - there are a number of places with excellent potential - eg one quarter of your balance invested around 4 years ago in the right place, would be worth fractionally over a mill now.

Also remember the international value of your earnings - the dollar is worth less now. That may have relevance depending....

And... what next?? Repeat again, but from a better base - well done man