Category Investing

Investing, IRA

Physical Gold vs. Paper Gold: A Critical Analysis for Investors

For retail investors, the key differences between physical and “paper gold” couldn’t be more important. While they both share obvious similarities due to their exposure to the spot price of gold, each asset category holds benefits and disadvantages that retirement…

Liam Hunt
May 4, 2023

Investing

2022’s Unexpected Economics: Many Forecasts Were Wrong

The state of the economy made major headlines for large parts of 2022. With some of the highest inflation the U.S. had seen in four decades and sky-high interest rates, there was a lot to talk about. Many economists weighed…

Devlyn Steele
January 26, 2023

Gold, Investing

How Much Is a Gold Bar Worth?

Answering the question How much is a gold bar worth? depends on three factors: All three aspects of the value of a gold bar merit further consideration. We will get into the precise details of how much a gold bar…

Gino D'Alessio
January 18, 2023

Gold, Investing, IRA

What is 24k Gold? Where to Buy and How to Determine Purity?

24k gold (also known as 99.9% gold) is a type of gold that is considered highly pure, meaning that it is made up of only gold and does not contain any other metals or alloys. It is the highest karatage…

Mark T.
December 24, 2022

Gold, Investing

What Happens to Your 401(k) When You Quit?

When you quit your job you have various options available for your 401(k). These plans are very common, so the question What happens to 401(k) when you quit? impacts a lot of people. In this article, we’ll go through the…

Gino D'Alessio
December 21, 2022

Commodities, Investing

Cheap Oil Stocks Under $5: Best Oil Stocks to Buy 2022

Oil and gas companies have had a high-performing run over the past year as crude oil and gas prices have risen sharply. But which are the cheap oil stocks under $5 that may have the potential to continue their rally?…

Gino D'Alessio
December 15, 2022

alternative investments, Investing

What Are Bearer Bonds? Everything You Need to Know in 2023

What are bearer bonds? Bearer bonds are bonds issued by a government or corporation to raise capital. The bonds have a maturity date and an interest rate payment for the life of the bond. Basically, they are the same as…

Gino D'Alessio
November 25, 2022

Investing

I Bonds Pros and Cons: Read This Before Investing

We continue to see an inflationary period stretch out and I Bonds could be an effective way of alleviating the negative effects. But before you jump into these inflation-linked bonds let’s take a look at I bonds pros and cons,…

Gino D'Alessio
November 24, 2022

Gold, Investing, IRA, self directed ira

Types of Retirement Plans: All You Need to Know to Save the Smart Way

There are many types of retirement plans, and some are for more specialized account holders than others. We are going to go over the main ones and their variations. Some accounts only let you hold traditional assets like stocks, bonds,…

Gino D'Alessio
November 11, 2022

Investing

Small Cap Value ETF: Which Ones Will Take off in 2023?

Looking for the small cap value ETF that will outperform in 2023? Here is our ranking of the 12 most popular small cap ETFs by 1-month performance. We take a look at each small cap ETF’s main characteristics and recent…

Gino D'Alessio
October 27, 2022

Investing

ESG Index: What It Is, and Why Alternative Investors Should Care About It

Screenshot of ESG Index versus the S&P 500 returns over time

Environmental, social and governance (or ESG) is an umbrella term used to describe an organization’s interest in prioritizing environmental sustainability and ethical practices in its business operations. ESGs and ESG indexes are becoming so popular that wealth advisors like Wealthfront…

Liam Hunt
September 24, 2022

Federal Reserve, In the news, Investing

August Jobs Report 2022: What Investors Need to Know

Chart depicting US jobless rate since 2020

Key Takeaways: The U.S. economy added 315,000 jobs in August, down from 528,000 in July The August jobs report indicates we’re seeing a recovery of the labor market as more people are looking to take advantage of remote working opportunities…

Liam Hunt
September 7, 2022

In the news, Investing

Inflation and Stock Market: What Are the Effects of Inflation on Stocks & Economy?

What is the relationship between inflation and stock market? Let’s take a look at how inflation works and what it does to the economy and stock market. Then, we’ll look at what you can do to protect your portfolio from…

Gino D'Alessio
September 5, 2022

Commodities, Investing

Best Uranium Stocks: Which are the Best Uranium Stocks for 2022?

Despite being first discovered in the late 18th century, uranium’s capability as an energy source wasn’t realized until the 20th century. As a commodity today, uranium is predominantly valuable because of its nuclear properties used in the energy, industrial, medical,…

Sarah Bauder
September 1, 2022

Investing

Best Copper Stocks: Which Are the Top Picks in 2022?

Let’s take a look at the best copper stocks, and which ones might outperform the broader stock market. Copper has gained the interest of a lot of investors looking to diversify their portfolios. The semi-precious metal has wide industrial use…

Gino D'Alessio
August 23, 2022

Gold Info, Investing

Is It a Good Time to Buy Gold in 2022? Here’s What the Data Says

Last 4 recessions relative to gold prices

Before making a decision to purchase any kind of investment, the obvious question is about its future price. Will it go up, remain steady, or go down? The variation in price after your purchase determines your profitability. We pat ourselves…

Mustafa Khan
August 17, 2022

Gold, Investing

Are Diamonds a Good Investment? A Full Guide to Investing in Diamonds

You may have heard the phrase, “a diamond is forever.” This was recognized as the most prominent slogan of the 20th century, and its marketing can largely be accredited with proliferating diamonds into the hearts and minds of modern society.…

Adam Hamadiya
August 16, 2022

In the news, Investing

Biden Inflation Bill: What Investors Need to Know About the Inflation Reduction Act (2022)

Projected impact of the inflation reduction act of 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act, referred to by some as the Biden Inflation Bill, unveiled by Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) on July 27, 2022 aims to ease some of the economic pressures that have led to record-high U.S.…

Liam Hunt
August 15, 2022

Commodities, Gold, Investing

Best Lithium Stocks: Which Stocks Will Rock This Sector in 2022?

In our search for the best lithium stocks, we decided to look at companies that mine the raw material and companies that operate with lithium. By operate, we mean companies that make batteries with lithium. At the end of the…

Gino D'Alessio
August 15, 2022

Gold, Investing

How Much Gold Should You Own? 9 Experts Weigh in on Gold Allocation in a Portfolio

In these times of economic unpredictability, savvy investors recognize the necessity for diversification as a hedge against soaring inflation, economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension and the potential for a global recession. Historically, a diversified retirement portfolio that includes precious metals such…

Sarah Bauder
August 12, 2022