Category IRA

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

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, 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

Gold IRA Tax Rules: All You Need to Know

The current economic scenario doesn’t look too rosy when it comes to inflation and growth. Most analysts are predicting that inflation is here to stay, and it may cause economic growth to stagnate. All the while, the Federal Reserve is…

Gino D'Alessio
May 4, 2022

Gold, Investing, IRA

Home Storage For Your Gold IRA? – 5 Experts Chime In

Note: Recent U.S. court cases have found that any form of gold home storage is ineligible for inclusion in an IRA. This article is outdated and meant for informational purposes only. The article below was originally written in 2016. The…

Sarah Bauder
April 18, 2022

alternative investments, Gold, Investing, IRA

How Much Is Trump Gold Coin Worth?

If you were looking for an officially minted Trump gold coin you may be disappointed to know there isn’t one. The U.S. Mint started issuing presidential one-dollar ($1.00) gold coins in 2007. The program started with America’s first president, George…

Gino D'Alessio
April 18, 2022
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Gold, In the news, Investing, IRA

Home Storage Gold IRA: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly (2022 Update)

David Crowder
March 24, 2022

IRA, self directed ira

What Is an IRA Custodian and How to Choose One?

There are several types of Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs). The holder of these accounts is obligated to meet all the requirements set out by the IRS regarding rules and regulations. You will always need a custodian no matter the account…

Gino D'Alessio
March 18, 2022

How Does a Spousal IRA Work?

Saving for retirement is absolutely essential as we are more likely to achieve economic independence later in life. We usually think of retirement savings as a percentage of our income. But what happens if you don’t have an income? If…

Gino D'Alessio
March 17, 2022

alternative investments, Bitcoin, Cryptos, Gold, Investing, IRA

Top Alternative Investments to Make in 2022

As 2022 gets started some analysts are predicting a slowdown in the economy for the first half-year. The WSJ reported in December Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, downgraded his forecast for GDP growth from 5.2% to 2.2% for…

Gino D'Alessio
January 17, 2022

alternative investments, Bitcoin, Commodities, Cryptos, Gold, Investing, IRA, self directed ira, Technology

Palladium Coin: All You Need to Know to Invest

Palladium hasn’t been around for as long as gold. In fact, the metal was only discovered in 1803. However, this rare precious metal has seen its value grow exponentially over recent years. The increase in demand is mostly due to…

Gino D'Alessio
January 14, 2022

alternative investments, Gold, Gold Info, Investing, IRA, self directed ira

How to Profit from Inflation: A Guide to Winning in 2023’s Inflationary Economy

Inflation has started to raise its ugly head again. Data from the past months shows inflation is gaining pace at an alarming rate. Last month’s data showed inflation at 6.8% up 0.6% from the previous month. The chart below shows…

Gino D'Alessio
January 12, 2022

alternative investments, Bitcoin, Cryptos, In the news, Investing, IRA

Pros and Cons of Investing in a Bitcoin IRA

Bitcoin has seen a surge in popularity and with it an increase in demand. The price of this virtual asset increased by 4,481% between 2017 and 2022. The chart below shows the performance of the world’s largest cryptocurrency. As we…

Gino D'Alessio
January 11, 2022

Cryptos, Gold, Investing, IRA

How to Buy Bitcoin in IRA

How to Buy Bitcoin in IRA Bitcoin first appeared on the scene around 12 years ago and has moved into the mainstream after various scandals from its early years. The virtual currency has had a helter-skelter ride to widespread popularity.…

Gino D'Alessio
January 7, 2022

Gold, Investing, IRA

7 Reasons to Invest in Gold

Gold has many characteristics that have made it a source of value throughout the centuries. Some of these characteristics are physical, such as its beauty, malleability, and non-corrosiveness. Other features of this precious metal also make it a valuable asset.…

Gino D'Alessio
December 15, 2021
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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, 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

Gold, IRA

Top 12 Gold IRA Scams to Avoid in 2023

The precious metals industry has been home to fraudsters long before the advent of the internet. Only now, they’re more visible. The growth in popularity of gold IRA accounts means that scammers are now actively targeting IRA and 401k owners.…

Amine Rahal
June 29, 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, IRA

How Much Social Security Will I Get?

Social Security is a vital component of most people’s retirement income picture. But it’s just one of the three “legs” on the retirement income stool – the others being employer retirement plans (401ks, pensions, etc.) and private savings. So unless…

Ilir Salihi
April 23, 2021