We are all living in interesting times; I found the "cool head" advice in this small article very sensible:
http://www.syracuse.com/business/index.ssf?/base/business-12/1207040148286630.xml&coll=1
"I believe smart decisions are always made when weighing all the options... "
"Utilize outside consultants: your accountant, attorney, banker, etc. Review your financial statements.... "