The reason being that the investment mix often earned more than the inflation rate over many years. (wisemoneytips.com)
In my 20 years of professional experience, interest rates on credit card and installment debt have never been lower than the inflation rate except for very short periods. (soundmindinvesting.com)
If not, pull out your savings and invest your money in any investment vehicle earning higher than inflation rate. (getrichslowly.org)