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: 92

Bitcoin

Bitcoin ETFs vs Bitcoin IRAs: Which Should You Invest In?

An image of a financial growth chart with a Bitcoin token in front of it.

There’s been considerable interest in Bitcoin investing as of late—and for good reason. In January 2024, federal regulators approved the first wave of spot Bitcoin ETFs, making it easier for investors to buy “shares” in the cryptocurrency without taking custody…

Liam Hunt
March 7, 2024

Bitcoin, Newsletters

Both Gold AND Crypto Break All-Time Highs, Soaring Above Respective 2021 and 2023 Peaks

An illustration of a Bitcoin token breaking through its symbolic ceiling.

Following months of elevated demand, Bitcoin has finally smashed its price ceiling set in 2021, reaching a high of over $69,000 per token. On Tuesday morning, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market cap peaked at $69,210 before retreating to $65,800…

Liam Hunt
March 5, 2024

Gold, Gold Info, In the news

Gold Demand Broke All-Time Highs in 2023: More to Come in 2024?

A chart depicting gold supply growth between 2022 and 2023 in tonnes, globally

In 2023, the demand for gold surged to unprecedented levels, driven by persistent geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties that drove capital flight into safe-haven assets. According to the World Gold Council, total gold demand reached 4,899 tons, surpassing the previous…

Liam Hunt
February 13, 2024

Newsletters

Bitcoin and Gold Stabilize, Forecasting Steadier Growth in the Months Ahead

A image of a Bitcoin token and gold bar on a growth chart.

Following a red-hot New Year, the hottest alternative assets—gold bullion and Bitcoin—have undergone a price correction over the past 30 days. For Bitcoin, this was largely anticipated as the expected SEC approval of the eleven U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs was…

Liam Hunt
February 6, 2024

Newsletters

Gold High, Bitcoin Rising Fast: Alternative Assets Off To A Hot Start in 2024

An image of a Bitcoin token with a question mark in front of it.

Happy New Year! Following a blockbuster year on Wall Street, the calendar has finally turned. And so too have the market dynamics affecting retirement investors. With Bitcoin above $45,000 for the first time in 21 months and gold prices hovering…

Liam Hunt
January 4, 2024

Newsletters

What’s Next for Gold After Breaking its Record-High Price? ($2,135/oz.)

This year’s holiday newsletter will be a bit different. Rather than a full market recap, we have very important sector-specific news to share: In December 2023, gold broke through a critical resistance point at $2,070—its previous all-time high set in…

Liam Hunt
December 18, 2023

Gold

The Best Gold Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season

Gold jewelry isn’t just a fashion statement or luxury item—it’s an investment that, if well-maintained, appreciates over time. This is especially true during times of economic turmoil or recessions, when historically gold prices have outperformed conventional financial assets. While traditional…

Liam Hunt
November 22, 2023

Gold, Investing

What’s the Cheapest Way to Buy Gold (Without Getting Scammed)?

Gold has been a symbol of wealth and a store of value for thousands of years. For modern investors, it serves as a diversification tool and a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. Here’s a look at the cheapest ways…

Liam Hunt
November 8, 2023

Gold

18K Gold Price Per Gram: What is 18K Gold Worth?

Jewelry collectors and precious metals aficionados alike often wonder what their high-purity gold items are worth—18 karat gold (or “18K” gold) is no exception. For example, a pound of gold is worth about $29,000 to $30,000 as of Q1 2024.…

Liam Hunt
November 7, 2023

Gold Info, Newsletters

Gold Skyrockets Above $2,000 Amid Fears of Regional Escalation in Israel-Hamas War; Bitcoin Surges

A stack of gold bars on a sheet of money

Yesterday we reported on gold’s multi-week bull market, causing the yellow metal to break above the $2,000 mark for the first time since May. This comes on the heels of the Israel-Hamas war, which has been ongoing since Hamas’ terrorist…

Liam Hunt
November 2, 2023

In the news

Gold Rallies Above $2,000 as Fears of Market Contagion from Israel-Hamas War Spread

A chart depicting gold prices rising during the early Russian invasion of Ukraine

Key Insights On October 27, 2023, the price of gold soared above $2,000 per gram for the first time since May. Amid rising tensions in the Middle East and international concerns of a regional spillover outside of Israel and Gaza,…

Liam Hunt
October 31, 2023

Investing, self directed ira

How to Invest in Mobile Home Parks (While Saving on Taxes)

An AI-generated photo of a mobile home in a mobile home park.

Key Insights The mobile home market is quietly booming. Between 2013 and 2020, the total transaction volume for mobile homes in the U.S. skyrocketed from $1.2 billion to $4.2 billion. Today, these figures are estimated to have grown higher amid…

Liam Hunt
October 26, 2023

In the news

The Biggest Bond Bear Market in History: How Did It Happen, And Where Do We Go From Here?

A chart depicting the effects of bond buying tapers on macroeconomic indicators

As fears mount that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates at generational highs into 2024, 30-year Treasury bonds have surpassed 5% yields for the first time since 2007. It’s been called the “worst bond bear market” in history. The…

Liam Hunt
October 19, 2023

Federal Reserve, Gold

Naked Short Selling: What Is It, and How Might It Impact Gold Markets?

Private companies and financial institutions sometimes engage in less-than-savory investing practices to influence price movements and other financial data. Naked short selling is one of them. While proponents argue that it provides timely liquidity to financial markets, abusive naked short…

Liam Hunt
October 11, 2023

Newsletters

7% Interest Rates on the Horizon? JPMorgan CEO Says It Could Be Coming, And We’re Not Prepared

A photo of a man viewing an ascending line chart on his laptop

Autumn is officially upon us. As the leaves are beginning to fall, so too is investor confidence. All around us, macro-level indicators are not looking good. It was reported earlier today that the 10-year Treasury yield, a key barometer of…

Liam Hunt
October 4, 2023

palladium

Palladium Coins and Bars: A Primer for New Investors (2024)

Investing in precious metals has been a tried-and-true method of wealth preservation for centuries. While gold and silver might be the first metals to come to mind, there’s another silver-hued contender that’s gaining popularity: palladium. The global market for this…

Liam Hunt
September 26, 2023

self directed ira

Using a Self-Directed IRA for Real Estate Investing: A Beginner’s Guide (2024)

A real estate investor posing in front of his rental house.

The value of the U.S. real estate market surpassed $113 trillion in 2023. As property values trend up with time, more and more Americans are opting to invest in physical assets such as real estate to capture the upside potential…

Liam Hunt
September 22, 2023

Newsletters

Crypto Cools Off While Gold Holds Strong and Signals a Potential Q4 Breakout

There are some worrying signs in the economy. For one, consumer credit card debt hit a record $1 trillion in August. At an average interest rate of 20%, more and more American households are becoming financially hamstrung by their mounting…

Liam Hunt
September 11, 2023

Silver

Why Invest in Silver? 5 Reasons to Diversify with Silver Today

Silver as an investment has a checkered history of success. At times, silver prices have soared—such as in 1979 and 1980, when prices skyrocketed by 450%—and other times have seen silver prices collapse or stagnate. Despite its history, silver is…

Liam Hunt
September 6, 2023

Investing

How to Become an Investor: A Guide for Beginners (2024)

Let’s face it, not everyone has what it takes to be the next Warren Buffet or Bill Ackman. For every millionaire that financial investing produces, there are thousands who will never outperform the S&P 500. In fact, nearly 80% of…

Liam Hunt
September 5, 2023