Silver bullion comes in a variety of assets including ingots, bars, and rounds. This dynamic range of options is a common source of confusion among investors looking to diversify with physical silver assets. All of these investment vehicles boast impressive silver purity and inherent value, yet there are some important distinctions that investors should be aware of before making a purchase. What is a silver ingot? A silver ingot refers to the casting of pure silver or a silver alloy into a particular shape that’s more convenient for further processing, storage, or distribution. These forms are ..read more

Gold is going to shock people. –Sr. Precious Metals Advisor Damian White Whether you’ve been in the market for decades or days, the past few weeks have been a completely new experience. The price ceilings have been shattered with gold on the move. Amid all the excitement, savvy investors wonder how long the ride will last. In this week’s The Gold Spot, Precious Metals Advisor Joe Elkjer and Senior Precious Metals Advisor Damian White explain the background of gold’s massive jump and how high the precious metal could go based on historical analysis. Gold Prices on the Move To the untrained ey ..read more

Whether you’re permanently relocating or making a temporary trip, there are many instances when you might have to fly with a significant amount of gold. This leaves many investors wondering: How much gold can you travel with? Most governments have specific rules for individuals traveling with gold (and clear punishments for violators) because it’s such a high-valued and sought-after asset. It doesn’t matter if you’re carrying rare gold coins, gold jewelry, or gold bullion in the form of bars or coins. Generally, there’s no limit to the amount of gold you can travel with domestically or interna ..read more

The gold standard might be a 20th-century development, but humanity’s economic history has gold veins running through it. In fact, the earliest use of gold as a foundation for trade dates back to ancient Mesopotamia in 2,500 BCE. Fast forward to today and virtually every corner of the world recognizes gold as standard currency, and it’s freely converted into and out of fiat currencies based on its weight. The gold standard played a crucial role in the meteoric rise of the US as an economic power, but it’s been virtually abandoned as of late. However, this valuable metal has proven to have trem ..read more

We’ve seen such a positive reaction to our Proof Silver Eagle Promotion that we’ve decided to extend it beyond the 2023 tax deadline. This week only, you have a chance to capitalize on this limited-time opportunity for your 2024 IRA contribution. How It Works: It’s simple! For every $1,000 you contribute to your Precious Metals IRA with us for 2024, you receive an exquisite one ounce American Silver Eagle Proof Coin from a random year. Contribute $8,000? Eight stunning silver eagle proof coins will be yours. The more you invest, the more you earn. 2024 IRA Contribution Limits Under age ..read more

Gold’s seemingly non-stop surge has many investors wondering how to approach this booming asset. Several questions have arisen: Is it too late to buy gold? How much higher is it going? What’s behind the gold (and silver price) rally? In this week’s The Gold Spot, Scottsdale Bullion & Coin Founder Eric Sepanek and Precious Metals Advisor Brian Conneely explore the economic backdrop of this record-setting rise in gold prices, where the yellow metal is headed in the near future, and how people can best position their investments for long-term success. Fed Baulks at Rate Cuts Late last year, t ..read more

Investors often mistakenly pit gold and the stock market against each other when trying to determine the best investment option. In reality, both assets have something unique to contribute to an investment portfolio. Gold can a reliable hedge against inflation with impressive price stability while the active stock market offers high return potential. Exploring the advantages and considerations of gold and the stock market can help readers make informed investment decisions in line with their specific goals. Gold vs Stock Market: Asset Type The entire stock market consists of paper assets. In o ..read more

Investors are painfully aware of America’s surging debt problem, but there can be a general sense of confusion about which countries own US debt. This isn’t a trivial aspect of the debt conversation since these creditors wield significant leverage over the domestic economy. As a result, several foreign nations pose a serious and not-so-indirect threat to the savings and nest eggs of everyday Americans. Investors should know who the US is in debt to when building a comprehensive and accurate understanding of their portfolio’s risk profile. How National Debt Works Since the nation’s founding, th ..read more

The values of precious metals are rising as investors seek protection from economic instability and political uncertainty. As April 15th quickly approaches, people have a waning opportunity to knock out IRA contributions for two years in one go. In this The Gold Spot Overtime, Sr. Precious Metals Advisor Steve Rand and IRA Liaison Michelle Ellis explain how investors can simultaneously top up their Gold IRA for 2023 and 2024 and score FREE American Eagle Silver Proof Coins! Not Much Time Left to Make Your IRA Contributions Time is running out for investors to add to their retirement plans for ..read more

With tax season upon us, investors are paying especially close attention to their finances. Investors in precious metals have been confidently watching their holdings grow as gold continues topping new highs each week. Those who sat on the sidelines are experiencing FOMO and wondering if it’s too late to join the ride. In this week’s The Gold Spot, Precious Metals Advisor John Karow and Scottsdale Bullion & Coin founder Eric Sepanek explain gold’s recent moves, which major economy (hint: NOT the US or Europe) is pushing gold higher, and why gold prices are expected to continue this rally ..read more