To hold physical gold and silver in a Self-Directed IRA, you are required by the IRS to open an account with an approved custodian and have the custodian purchase precious metals on your behalf. But there are so many custodians to choose from. And what’s all this you hear about promoters and administrators? Learn how…
Tips for Selecting a Self-Directed IRA CustodianDetailsWe’ve explored the relationship between gold and oil and gold and interest rates. But how about gold and inflation? In the current economic environment, understanding how the two are tied together is critical. How Are Inflation and Gold Related? It might seem logical that when inflation goes up, the price of gold would automatically go…
What Is the Relationship Between Inflation and Gold?DetailsAre you stuck in the same old rut of adding stocks and bonds to your retirement portfolio? It might be time to learn about another asset category—alternative assets. We explain what they are, how they’re different from traditional assets, and how you can work them into your retirement portfolio for greater diversification. What Are Alternative…
What Are Alternative Assets?DetailsThe unfortunate truth is, we are still facing many of the same challenges we faced back in March. While some things may have improved, it’s important that we don’t get locked into complacency. The COVID-19 crisis is ongoing here in the United States, and people are still suffering. The number of new cases of coronavirus…
Finding Safety in UncertaintyDetailsAre you paying down debt? Smart. Want to spend more quality time with your family? That’s also a great idea. And saving for retirement? Another one! How about saving for retirement through a Self-Directed IRA? Learn why that’s an ideal option to add to your list of retirement strategies. Self-Directed IRAs Offer Flexibility A Self-Directed…
Are Self-Directed IRAs a Good Idea?DetailsYou’ve likely heard that gold prices are climbing and silver prices are keeping pace with gold. The price of gold has held above the $1,800/oz. mark, and the price of silver rose to its highest level in nearly three years on Monday, July 13, 2020. Does this mean you’re missing out on a potential opportunity…
5 Easy Steps to Start Building a Precious Metals PortfolioDetailsWith some disasters, there are warnings you can observe before the disaster is even apparent. I remember one such warning from when I grew up in the heartland of the country, Nebraska farm country. I remember seeing trouble was coming because of a group of birds. Normally, farmers want birds out of their crops. The…
Watching the ExpertsDetailsContributing to an employer-provided 401(k) retirement plan is often touted as one of the best retirement strategies. However, approximately 55 million Americans don’t have access to such a plan. Are you among those with no 401(k) at work? If so, it’s still possible to take charge of your retirement savings—sometimes with options that offer more…
No 401(k) at Work? 4 Other Ways to Save for RetirementDetailsThe IRS has added a twist to the rules for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts—a twist that could benefit you. The IRS announced the change on June 23. “Anyone who already took a required minimum distribution (RMD) in 2020 from certain retirement accounts now has the opportunity to roll those funds back into a…
June 2020 Update to Required Minimum Distribution RulesDetailsIt’s common to look to the stock market as a source of growth for your wealth. Many people feel right now is a good time to get back in after this year’s earlier shock. Given the circumstances, the market appears to be rather stable—at least for now. However, you might be wondering if now is…
How Stable Are Your Holdings?DetailsLack of knowledge is a major reason many Americans don’t open an IRA. Research from the LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute found that of those who don’t have an IRA, 46 percent feel they do not understand enough about IRAs to contribute to them. Where do you fall on the IRA-knowledge spectrum? If you’re still in…
Straightforward Answers to 7 Common IRA QuestionsDetailsAre you tired of the high fees and limitations on your 401(k)? While a 401(k) is one of the most common vehicles for retirement savings, it’s not the only one. Learn about the advantages of gold IRAs and how to roll over your 401(k) into one of these IRAs. What is a 401(k)? A 401(k)…
How to Roll Over Your 401(k) into a Gold IRADetails
