3 Precious Metal Collecting Tips for Beginners
Not everyone naturally has a hobby. Sometimes, you need to do a bit of searching to find something that appeals to you. Fortunately, precious metal collecting provides a mix of interesting insights, wealth-building, and fun that few other hobbies can offer. While the initial cost may seem high, it’s no more expensive than starting out
Read moreWhy You Should Consider Precious Metals and Coins During a Bear Market
The bear market of 2022 is on. The anomaly of the post-COVID bull market has run its course and the current down-slope of the market appears to have no end, at least in the short term. Whether you’re new to investing or a seasoned veteran, the question remains: what do you invest in to weather
Read moreWhat’s the Difference Between Currency and Cryptocurrency? A Quick Guide
It seems like a new cryptocurrency pops up every day. And while Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum continue to dominate the cryptocurrency landscape, extreme volatility remains. To this effect, cryptocurrency investments are all about timing. But cryptocurrency shouldn’t overshadow investments in true currency, such as historic coins, bullion, or currency notes. However, amateur investors often have
Read moreA History of U.S. Coins — And Ones to Keep an Eye Out for
Coins have been around for more than 2,700 years as a means of trade. That makes U.S. coins relatively new in the grand scheme of minted currencies. However, a quick background of U.S. coins can shed some light on your coin collecting prowess and provide a basis for understanding how coin collecting works. If you’re
Read moreThe Most Valuable Coins That Might Be Hiding in Your Change Jar
Everyone has dreams of retiring early, spending time with family, or just grabbing a cocktail and sitting on the beach of some far-off island. In most cases, a lifetime of work and savings is the only way to make this happen. But in other instances, people just get lucky: like the family that found $1
Read moreIs a Volatile Market Turning Investors to Precious Metals?
On March 16, 2020, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 3,000 points in one day, marking the biggest one-day drop in the Dow in history. Since that time, the market has rebounded in ways no one imagined and continues to sustain a bull run with only minor hiccups. But with the rise to
Read moreIs a Volatile Market Turning Investors to Precious Metals?
On March 16, 2020, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 3,000 points in one day, marking the biggest one-day drop in the Dow in history. Since that time, the market has rebounded in ways no one imagined and continues to sustain a bull run with only minor hiccups. But with the rise to all-time
Read morePrecious Metals Guide to Common Questions and Answers
Precious metals and the concepts behind their pricing can be a confusing topic. Yet knowing all of the details about the trade of precious metals can help you understand the value of metals, when to buy and sell them, and a comprehension of how they make a worthwhile addition to your portfolio. Whether you’re adding
Read moreBitcoin or Gold Coin?
The era of cryptocurrency is upon us. After a spike in prices in late 2017, crypto had a downward spiral and then stabilized at about ⅓ of its all-time high. But late in 2020, a resurgence and renewed interest in the virtual coin began to drive the price higher. With “meme coins” like Dogecoin, as
Read moreAll About Tax when you buy and sell precious metals
Making investments is all about diversification. Whether you choose stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or something safer like precious metals, choosing a wide array of places to put your money is essential to building wealth. But like any other investment, the tax man will come calling when you sell your investment. While paying taxes on investments
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