Mark T.

Mark has worked in the investment industry in Chicago and New York for over 15 years. After graduating from Chicago State University with a degree in Finance, he has occupied various management positions at reputable banks and financial institutions, including: Chase, Bank of America, Wachovia, Sterling Trust and Fidelity. His experience has led him to develop a keen understanding of the current economic landscape. For the past 10 years, Mark has been working as an independent investment advisor and has helped many Americans learn how to protect and grow their savings by properly diversifying their portfolios.

Joined: December 17, 2012
Articles: 58
Comments: 5

Newsletters

April 2022 Newsletter: Crypto Market Rallies Once Again (+27.5%); Silver Slides, and Russia Installs New Price Floor for Gold Amid Buying Campaign

Graph of Bitcoin price increase in April

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has disrupted global markets, and gold has once again found itself at the center of the story. In response to Western sanctions, the Central Bank of the Russian Federation has effectively created a price floor…

Mark T.
April 21, 2022

Newsletters

January 2022 Newsletter: Altcoins Ring in the New Year at All-Time Highs – Which Assets Are Next in 2022?

What a year it was for alternative investors. Silver took a loss following an erratic year marked by a Reddit-led pump on the news of a “short squeeze” in February. Its price fell from about $27 to $23.25 per ounce…

Mark T.
January 6, 2022

Newsletters

December 2021 Newsletter: Black Friday for Alternative Assets, Steep Discounts on Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin Amid Generational Inflation

Black Friday sales have stuck around a little longer this year. Right now, it’s a buyer’s market for alternative investors. As we roll into December, gold, silver, and Bitcoin are all currently priced at a discount. Gold is trading at…

Mark T.
December 3, 2021

Gold

November 2021 Newsletter: Inflation At Generational Highs, Crypto Soars to ATHs; Gold the Last Safe Haven?

If you ever needed evidence that gold is a legitimate disaster hedge, look no further than today’s Venezuela. A recent Bloomberg report found that Venezuelans, beset by hyperinflation, have resorted to breaking off flakes of gold to pay for food…

Mark T.
November 5, 2021

Gold

5 Tips for Buying Silver Coins

Silver is one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals by collectors and industrialists alike. However, if you’re not careful, you might fall victim to fraudulent vendors and scam artists who prey on unsuspecting buyers. Unfortunately, underweight, plated, or outright…

Mark T.
October 19, 2021

Newsletters

October 2021 Newsletter: Global Capital Eyes Bitcoin and Precious Metals as Key Indicators Point to Massive Stock Market Overvaluation

September proved that the stock market is no longer on stable ground. Even worse, there’s no telling when the market will stabilize again. The Buffett Indicator, named after Warren Buffett, is a ratio of the entire U.S. stock market’s valuation…

Mark T.
October 8, 2021

Silver

How to Find Out What Your Silver Coins, Jewelry, or Bullion is Worth (2021 Update)

If you have old silver items laying about, you might want to consider cashing them in for scrap. This way, the precious metal that they contain can find a new life, and you can make your wallet a little fatter…

Mark T.
October 5, 2021

Gold

How to Tell What Your Gold Bullion, Coin, or Jewelry is Worth (2021 Update)

You’re considering selling your family heirloom, gold coin collection, or old gold jewelry. The problem is, you have no idea what they’re worth. To make matters worse, you’re not sure whether you can trust third-party appraisers, or if you should…

Mark T.
October 2, 2021

self directed ira

Types of Alternative Investments for Self-Directed IRAs

Self-directed retirement accounts provide investors with far more freedom and flexibility than regular brokerage accounts. However, unless you take advantage of the wide range of alternative assets available to you as a self-directed IRA or 401(k) holder, then you’re missing…

Mark T.
September 22, 2021

self directed ira

6 Benefits of Annuities

Annuities are long-term investment products that provide a guaranteed regular income during one’s retirement, or during the period in which the annuity is held. Typically sold by insurance companies, annuities provide stability, peace of mind, and protection against outliving your…

Mark T.
September 21, 2021

Commodities

Is Cryptocurrency a Good Investment?

As cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum become more and more popular in the mainstream, many investors are questioning whether cryptocurrencies are a sound investment. In fact, 50 million Americans say they’re “likely” to buy crypto in the next year,…

Mark T.
September 16, 2021

Bitcoin

7 Tips for Cryptocurrency Investing (2021 UPDATE)

Cryptocurrencies hold the potential to revolutionize how we make payments and do business. As a decentralized, peer-to-peer payment network, blockchain technology is secure, irreversible, anonymous, and free from government or corporate interference. In other words, cryptocurrencies could be the monetary…

Mark T.
September 14, 2021

Newsletters

September 2021 Newsletter: Gold Prices Steady at $1.8K While Bitcoin and Crypto Markets Soar; New All-Time Highs To Come This Fall?

Yet again, August proved to be another month of strong stability for gold. The price of gold opened at $1,813 per troy ounce on August 1st and closed at approximately $1,816 on August 31st. While stocks and riskier assets have…

Mark T.
September 9, 2021

Bitcoin, IRA

Crypto Roth IRA vs. Traditional Roth IRA (2021 Guide)

Crypto Roth IRAs and traditional Roth IRAs are both types of Individual Retirement Accounts. As with anything, there are pros and cons to each account type. Depending on your specific situation, temperament, and objectives, one will most likely be better…

Mark T.
August 30, 2021

Bitcoin

Answer These 5 Questions Before You Invest in Bitcoin

Bitcoin had an incredible run in 2020, with its year-over-year growth surpassing 220% between January and December of that year. The digital currency’s meteoric rise has caught the interest of average American investors looking to diversify their portfolios and build…

Mark T.
August 16, 2021

Bitcoin, self directed ira

How To Invest In Cryptocurrency With A Self-Directed IRA

For many U.S. investors, a self-directed IRA is all you need to get started investing in a diverse range of cryptocurrencies on a tax-free basis. If you want to get in on the action and capitalize on the major momentum…

Mark T.
August 11, 2021

Newsletters

August 2021 Newsletter: The U.S. Dollar on the Decline While Gold and Crypto Are Set for a Breakout Autumn

Inflation is coming. A recent survey of the nation’s top economists found that inflation is here to stay, and that it’ll reach levels unseen since the early 1990s. Rising prices and fewer jobs are going to not only take its…

Mark T.
August 5, 2021

Gold Info, Silver

Guide to Selling Gold and Silver

Selling gold and silver can be profitable, but you must take precautions and understand several crucial elements before getting started. At Gold IRA Guide, we’ve created a comprehensive walkthrough so you can feel comfortable selling your gold and silver.…

Mark T.
August 4, 2021

general, Investing

Tips for Investing in the Right Precious Metal at the Right Time

Although precious metals such as gold, silver, and platinum are often thought of as low-maintenance assets, there are still three key questions that need to be addressed before you get started. First: which metal do I need most? Second: which…

Mark T.
July 17, 2021

Gold, self directed ira

9 Benefits of Investing in Gold for Young People

Young investors have time on their side. When used responsibly, time in the market (as opposed to timing the market) is an investor’s greatest asset. This is especially true for gold investors, since the underlying asset has appreciated over +570%…

Mark T.
July 14, 2021