Executive Insights
Read valuable and timely articles from our executive team of experts to further your precious metals and coin knowledge.
Our Executive Authors
Philip Diehl
President
Philip N. Diehl is the president of U.S. Money Reserve and a published analyst of the precious metals markets. As 35th Director of the U.S. Mint (1994–2000), Diehl oversaw one of the most impressive government agency turnarounds in recent U.S. history through new product initiatives, increased oversight, strategic reorganization, and fiscal responsibility. His experience and expert knowledge in the field of precious metals strengthens U.S. Money Reserve’s commitment to a superior customer experience.
Edmund C. Moy
Senior IRA Strategist
Edmund C. Moy collaborates with U.S. Money Reserve as Senior IRA Strategist. A recipient of the Alexander Hamilton Medal for public service, awarded to him by then-Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr., Moy served as the 38th Director of the United States Mint (2006–2011). Among many accomplishments during his tenure, Moy oversaw one of the largest increases in volume of precious metals output in Mint history, as Americans turned to safe-haven assets in the wake of the Great Recession.
Angela Roberts
CEO
Chief Executive Officer Angela Roberts joined U.S. Money Reserve in 2003. Roberts has held numerous positions within the organization, culminating in her promotion to CEO in 2015. She is credited with creating the analytic and KPI structure at U.S. Money Reserve. Believing strongly that the people make the business, Roberts has positioned U.S. Money Reserve to be a trusted precious metal leader that always puts their customers and employees first. Learn more in her interview with Forbes.
John Rothans
Master Numismatist
Chief Procurement Officer and Master Numismatist John Rothans has been a key fixture in the numismatic industry for over 30 years. Rothans joined U.S. Money Reserve as a consultant in 2004, eventually becoming Chief Procurement Officer and overseeing all wholesale operations, new product lines, and coin strategy. Rothans is credited with the development, production, and distribution of proprietary product offerings, including U.S. Money Reserve’s best-selling Pearl Harbor and Iwo Jima coin series.
Brad Chastain
Director of Education
Brad Chastain joined U.S. Money Reserve as Director of Education after spending 18 years at Vanguard, one of the world’s largest and most respected investment firms. As a leader in Vanguard’s employee plan retirement education business, Chastain managed a team of specialists and was responsible for helping hundreds of thousands of clients plan and prepare for retirement. He and his team provided in-depth training and education on a variety of financial topics ranging from investments, diversification and risk management, to Social Security, Medicare and College Savings Plans. An in-demand speaker and recognized industry thought leader in the areas of retirement planning and wealth management education, Chastain is dedicated to helping U.S. Money Reserve clients reach their financial goals and build more secure futures with precious metals.
Recent Articles

What Is a Bullion Depository?
Located in Kentucky, south of Louisville and north of Elizabethtown, is the facility known as Fort Knox. This veritable fortress holds about half of the American federal government’s stored gold, weighing more than 18,000 metric tons. It is also one of the world’s most famous bullion depositories. But when you need to store your own...

Info From the IRS: What to Expect for the 2021 Tax-Filing Season
This year’s tax-filing season began on January 24. Now the clock is ticking before we reach the April 18 tax-filing deadline. Follow along as we review various deadlines, refund expectations, and tips for simplifying your tax filing. When Can I Start Filing Taxes for 2021? The IRS began accepting returns for the 2021 tax year on January...

How to Build a Financial Legacy That Can Keep Growing
When we build, expand, and manage our financial portfolios, we’re often doing it for more than our own well-being. For many of us, we’re also working to build a legacy we can leave to our loved ones—and it doesn’t have to end there. With the right mix of assets and diversification, we also may be able to create financial legacies that...

Can You Transfer an Inherited IRA to a New Custodian?
When you inherit an IRA, you might be puzzled about what to do with it. One of your options is to transfer the inherited IRA to a new custodian. Remember, a custodian is a special bank, credit union, or nondepository bank that executes asset directions from IRA owners and performs “the many custodial and administrative duties that are...

Do Gold Coins Tarnish? Tips for Taking Care of Gold Coins
Gold coins can be a great addition to a financial or retirement portfolio. Plus, it’s easy to take care of the precious metal because gold does not tarnish. Head with us down the yellow-metal road as we explain why gold coins don’t tarnish and how to take care of your gold coins. Do Gold Coins Tarnish? Gold coins do not tarnish. But...

It’s Time for Your 2022 Retirement Checkup.
When it comes to my personal finances, I like to do my research, set goals, create a plan, and then take action. This past month, Gold News & Views has been dedicated to these steps—ways we can examine our current portfolios, how to set goals for the new year, and actions we can take to protect our wealth in 2022 and beyond. For...

What to Do Ten Years, Five Years, and One Year Before Retirement
Each time the calendar flips from one year to the next, you’re one step closer to retirement. If you’re several years or even decades away from retiring, you might not have given much thought to what your financial life will look like once you’re out of the workforce. But whether you’re one year, five years, or ten years from that...

Can You Buy Gold and Silver From a Bank?
Central banks are among the largest buyers of gold, and yet it’s very rare for customers to be able to buy gold at banks. In fact, it’s unusual for typical banks to sell any precious metals. And even when they do, their selection is limited. However, you can readily purchase gold from reputable precious metals companies. Can You Buy...

How to Get in Financial Shape with a Money Diet
Every year, millions of Americans resolve to lose weight. A recent Harris Poll/HealthDay survey reveals that nearly 2 of every 3 U.S. adults (63%) plan to change their diet in 2022 either by eating less or by cutting back on specific foods. Similar to how a successful weight loss plan may improve your health, a “weight loss plan” for...

Is Silver Set to Go Up or Down in 2022? Analysts Weigh In
Silver might draw less attention than gold, its precious metals counterpart. Yet that doesn’t diminish its status as one of the four primary precious metals. Therefore, anyone interested in precious metals should pay attention to the movement of silver prices. Analysts offer various predictions about where the price of silver could head...

A New Year’s Resolution for Your Financial Health
With a new year come new chances for growth—and that includes growing your wealth. But when it comes to your personal finances, it may be wise to do some research or seek additional guidance before diving headlong into a new financial plan for 2022. So first, let’s see what the experts are saying about this year’s economic prospects and...

What Is a Financial Health Check?
Millions of Americans get yearly health checkups to ensure their bodies work the way they're supposed to. So, why not do an annual financial health check to take the pulse of your money matters? Follow along to learn what a financial health check is and what you should consider when doing one. What You Need to Know About a Financial...
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