Visulth said:
Apparently the moon contains lots of Helium-3 which is a rare energy source. So in short I'd mine the moon and become even more filthy rich.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helium-3
Step 0. Get funding from Riched Brandson and other crazy rich persons.
Step 1. Set up independent and self-sufficient base on (or over) the moon.(With Earth like gravity for personnel)
Step 2. Build super laser and declare independence from all earth nations.
Step 3. Then sell helium-3 back to earth at premium prices.
Step 4. Offer side facing earth for advertising. (make even more money)
Step 5. Milk the earth dry of money, skilled persons, and high tech weapons.
Step 6. Take over Mars. (Slowly buy out Earth as well)
Continue till faster than light travel is developed.