Liam Hunt

Liam Hunt, M.A., is a financial writer and analyst covering global finance, commodities, and millennial investing. His coverage has been featured in publications such as the New York Post, Forbes, and Barron's.

Joined: December 13, 2019
Articles: 29

In the news, Investing

May 2022 National Survey: Nearly 1-in-5 Americans Haven’t Taken Action to Hedge Against Inflation; 14.6% Have Added Precious Metals

Graph depicting 10-year annual inflation levels in the US

Key Takeaways: 79.1% of Americans haven’t taken any action to combat 40-year-high inflation levels 9.4% of Americans have diversified with precious metals (gold or silver) 4.9% of Americans have diversified with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum 5.3% of Americans…

Liam Hunt
May 4, 2022

Newsletters

March 2022 Alternative Investing Newsletter: Amid War in Europe, Alternative Assets Provide Much-Needed Stability

Price chart of Bitcoin to USD as of March 7, 2022

Global markets have been deeply affected by recent events. Amid senseless turmoil and violence, our primary concern is usually not our pocketbooks or account balances. However, it’s only natural to not make a bad situation worse by having your wealth…

Liam Hunt
March 7, 2022

Gold

Proof, Uncirculated, and Bullion Coins – What You Need to Know

With inflation reaching the highest levels we’ve seen in 40 years, more people are taking an interest in gold and precious metals as a way of protecting themselves against the ravages of a depreciated dollar. If you’re just getting started…

Liam Hunt
February 25, 2022

Gold

Nationwide Survey: 42.9% of American Adults Have Less Than $25k Saved for Retirement

Key Takeaways: 18.5% of respondents nationwide report having $1 million or more saved for retirement 42.9% of Americans have $25,000 or less in a retirement savings account The results are skewed by gender, with 48.9% of women reporting having saved…

Liam Hunt
November 12, 2021

alternative investments, Federal Reserve, In the news, Investing

U.S. Inflation is at 6.2%, a Generational High: How Can You Protect Your Wealth?

On November 10th, market-watchers recoiled as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that October’s inflation rate has hit a multi-generational high. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), our best record of inflation, reached 6.2% for the first time since November…

Liam Hunt
November 11, 2021

Bitcoin, IRA

How to Invest in Cryptocurrency: A Beginner’s Guide

Every year cryptocurrencies move closer and closer to worldwide adoption. According to a CNBC report, global cryptocurrency use skyrocketed 881% between 2020 and mid-2021 by total volume exchanged. Although the asset class is barely a decade old, its total value…

Liam Hunt
September 15, 2021

Bitcoin, self directed ira

How Cryptocurrencies Can Become Your Retirement Fund

Research has shown that diversified retirement funds are less risky than those concentrated in just stocks and bonds. Diversified portfolios offer greater stability, security, and long-term growth. To truly diversify, however, requires investing in more than just traditional assets. You…

Liam Hunt
August 25, 2021

alternative investments, Bitcoin

Cryptocurrency IRA Investing Explained (2021 Updated Guide)

Adding cryptocurrency to one’s IRA is a tempting proposition. After all, Bitcoin and other top cryptocurrencies have skyrocketed in value in recent years. Despite the temptation, many investors shy away from cryptocurrency IRA investing because they don’t understand what they…

Liam Hunt
August 23, 2021

Bitcoin, self directed ira

What is a Crypto IRA? (2021 Updated Guide)

An individual retirement account (IRA) that contains cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin or Ethereum, is commonly referred to as a “crypto IRA”. These kinds of investment accounts provide deep diversification benefits for investors looking to spread their wealth beyond stocks, bonds,…

Liam Hunt
August 15, 2021

alternative investments, Investing

What Is Capital Preservation? Examples of Capital Preservation Portfolios + More (2021 Guide)

If you come into a sudden windfall, cash settlement, or inheritance, you might find yourself with a lot of money sitting unexpectedly in your bank account. For most of us, this is an electrifying experience. But after the “Look at…

Liam Hunt
July 6, 2021

Gold, IRA

Everything You Need to Know About Taxes and Your Gold IRA

Many retirement investors add gold to their individual retirement account (IRA) specifically because they don’t want to think about tax implications. They’d rather let their assets sit in a tax-deferred account, like a Traditional IRA, without paying a dime to…

Liam Hunt
May 28, 2021

Gold, Gold Info

When Is The Best Time to Invest In Gold?

Although gold has strong growth potential—after all, the commodity saw gains of +28% in 2020—the yellow metal is rarely sought after for this reason. For centuries, investors have coveted gold mainly for its properties as an inflation hedge and a…

Liam Hunt
May 21, 2021

general, Gold

What Is A Troy Ounce & How Is It Different?

If you have any experience buying gold, silver, or platinum-class metals, you’ve probably noticed that exchange markets list bullion prices by the troy ounce rather than a U.S. customary ounce. If you’re wondering what the former is, you aren’t alone.…

Liam Hunt
April 20, 2021

alternative investments, Gold Info, Investing

How Much Is A Gold Plated Quarter Worth? 2021 Update + Price History

A gold coin isn’t necessarily worth its weight in gold. There are many plated gold quarters that are worth no more than a standard 25-cent U.S.-minted quarter. Although these coins contain a thin layer of gold—usually about 0.003 inches thick—they’re…

Liam Hunt
March 1, 2021

In the news, Silver

The Big Short Squeeze: Why Reddit Isn’t to Blame for the Silver ($SLV) Short Squeeze That Never Was, and Why Stable Silver Is Here to Stay

The price of silver surged to 8-year highs ($29.59) over the weekend. But despite reports in Bloomberg, CNN, and Barron’s that Reddit was to blame, there’s no evidence of a coordinated push among Redditors to go long on the white…

Liam Hunt
February 3, 2021

Bitcoin, Commodities, Gold, In the news

Peter Schiff vs. Spencer Schiff: The Father-Son Debate Over Bitcoin, Gold, and What Makes Money Valuable

Peter Schiff, longtime gold bug and CEO of Euro Pacific Capital, a hedge fund with $228M in assets under management, is caught up in a Twitter spat with his son Spencer, an 18-year-old college freshman. Unlike more common father-son disagreements…

Liam Hunt
January 14, 2021

alternative investments, Silver

Silver Futures Trading Explained: Everything You Need to Know as a Beginner in 2021

Volatility is often understood and perceived as a measure of risk. For this reason, silver too often gets a bad rep among investors looking to hedge against uncertainty. It’s true, the price of silver is highly sensitive to price shocks.…

Liam Hunt
October 23, 2020

Commodities, Gold

A Beginner’s Guide to Gold Futures Trading: What Is It and How to Get Started Trading Futures in 2020/2021

An ounce of gold costs 67.8% more today than it did five years ago, in November 2015. On January 1st, only ten months ago, gold prices closed at $1,519 per ounce. Today, an ounce sells for over $1,900 on the…

Liam Hunt
October 9, 2020

Gold, Gold Info, self directed ira

Gold Stock Prices and Coronavirus: How a Second Covid-19 Wave Might Impact the Price of Gold

Gold has long been a disaster hedge. In 2009, during the height of the global financial crisis, the price of gold rose 24% on the year as credit markets seized up and investors sought safe-haven assets to shore up their…

Liam Hunt
August 17, 2020

alternative investments, general, IRA

Inflation Rate Definition: 4 Main Types of Inflation Explained

Currencies are goods like any other. The forces of supply and demand determine their value. When the demand for a currency is high, the currency rises in price as consumers are willing to accept less of it in exchange for…

Liam Hunt
August 15, 2020