Silver Investment News

Keeping up with the latest news and price fluctuations of silver can be overwhelming. Silver enthusiasts need a clear, up-to-date, and trustworthy source to keep them updated with the silver market. We’re here to help keep you up to date on: Silver news in industry Silver market news Silver price news and movement Silver investing tips Predictions on both how high silver will reach and how low silver will go Silver investment news changes on a daily basis, so check back often to get the... Continue Reading

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How Does a Precious Metals IRA Work?

A precious metals IRA works almost exactly like the individual retirement account that you may already have.  The big difference is a precious metals IRA is self-directed—meaning you pick and choose what you want to own—and you can own physical assets, as well as paper assets inside of the plan.  You have control over what you want to own and how much.  What Are Precious Metals?  Precious metals are rare metals that have a high economic value.  Rare metals are typically malleable, highly conductive, and... Continue Reading

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How to Open a Precious Metals IRA

Many investors—just like you—are looking to expand and protect their retirement accounts.  Whether you have questions about how to protect your assets from inflation, geo-political turmoil, or an impending recession, you may find that a precious metals IRA is a potential solution.  From detailing how to open a precious metals IRA, to educating you on what is a precious metals-backed IRA, this guide will arm you with the knowledge to move forward.  What is a Precious Metals IRA?  A precious metals IRA is a self-directed... Continue Reading

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How to Invest in Precious Metals

The world seems topsy-turvy these days. We understand the world can feel filled with bad news lately and peace of mind can feel elusive to many people. That’s why more and more investors are going back to basics and turning to precious metals as the foundation and anchor of their portfolios.  Having been used as currency and recognized as valuable for thousands of years, some modern investors are clearly seeing what others before them saw—that precious metals can be a great way to store value... Continue Reading

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Gold to Silver Ratio: A Guide

What is the Gold to Silver Ratio? The Gold to Silver Ratio measures how many ounces of silver are required to equal the value of one ounce of gold.  Hypothetically, let’s say that today, gold is trading for $2,000 per ounce, and silver is trading at $25 per ounce.  To determine the gold to silver ratio based on today’s spot prices, we would divide $2,000 by $25, which gives us $80. Thus, today’s gold to silver ratio would be 80 to 1 (80:1). In our... Continue Reading

Rules for Silver IRA investing

A Silver IRA allows you to invest in physical silver—bars and coins—inside of your individual retirement account.  First established in 1997, the Silver IRA has become the go-to for those looking to invest in silver with the funds they already have in their traditional, Roth, or SEP IRA. If you’re interested in opening a Silver IRA, you’ll work with a highly trained account executive. This individual will walk you through the simple application process, educate you on what silver is eligible, and ensure that all... Continue Reading

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What is IRA-Eligible Gold?

IRA-eligible gold is physical gold–coins and bars–that’s approved by the IRS and deemed to be investment grade. The IRS allows only these specific metals to be used in a Gold IRA. Many investors ask, “What is IRA-eligible gold?” and “What are the Gold IRA tax rules?” We’re here to provide you with those answers, and guide you on how to invest in a GOLD IRA. The IRS mandates and oversees IRA rules. The IRS has strict guidelines regarding the types of metals you can have... Continue Reading

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How to Invest in a Gold IRA

The Gold IRA has become the go-to vehicle for many investors looking to secure their portfolio with physical gold.  Investing in a Gold IRA is easy. This guide will help you:  Decide a Gold IRA is right for you Find a custodian Open a Gold IRA account Fund your account Determine your fees Understand the rules of a Gold IRA We hope to arm you with the information to make a wise decision and show you how buying gold with IRA funds is a fairly... Continue Reading

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How Does a Gold IRA Work?

By now, you’ve heard of a Gold IRA and you may be asking yourself: how does a Gold IRA work? A Gold IRA is similar to any other individual retirement plan (IRA) in that it allows an investor to plan for the future and invest on either a pre-tax or after-tax basis. A Gold IRA, however, includes real, physical gold coins and bars as an investment.  Traditionally, an IRA is a plan that holds paper investments like stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), and treasury... Continue Reading

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What Is A Gold IRA?

A Gold IRA is a type of individual retirement account (IRA) that allows you to own physical gold inside of an IRA. Often referred to as a precious metals IRA, it is much like a conventional IRA, but is self-directed and gives you the option of owning physical assets, as well as more traditional paper investment products. In light of the current political and economic climate, investors are actively seeking ways to safeguard and maintain their financial resources. Investors are turning to physical gold to... Continue Reading

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