And... never keep money out in the open for people to steal! One way to get money in SS RPG is to attack people - do it often, and use the money you earnt to buy more items so you can attack more people. If you don't want to buy anything, put your money in the bank. Also, don't forget to train some soldiers as sentries, so nobody can wander in and sabotage your items. And buy some x-radars. Try also to invest in the expensive weapons, as they will be damaged less (I think). So buy bricks if possible. So sell your shrapnel items and buy some powerful ones. Also, shrapnels are bad items to buy as they get damaged very easily, and you will have to pay to get them repaired. Oh - don't forget to upgrade your fortificatons and covert skill as well. And, don't invest your money in mercs unless you need a quick rank boost - they don't last very long. That is all for now. Good luck!