Not unlike the factors in the United States, deficits, inflation, appeal and supply lead investors to buy gold in other countries’ currencies. These factors affect gold purchases by:

* Deficits – Gold is looked upon as a safe haven investment and alternative currency. As Greece’s deficit problems have weakened the price of the euro, gold bought in euros has become increasingly valuable.

* Inflation – Overspending by federal governments and devaluing of currency such as is occurring in England makes gold more valuable as well. Like it has done against the euro, gold set an all-time high of 1,133 per ounce against the pound as England’s inflation rate climbed to 3.7 percent.

* Demand – Gold has tremendous appeal worldwide. China and India consume the most gold of any country and citizens there buy gold not only for investment, but due to their strong appetite for jewelry as well. Frank Holmes says that, “Rising incomes in Asia, where affinity for gold runs deep, will have a sizable positive impact on demand.”

* Diminishing Supply – While China has been increasing its production of gold, overall gold supplies have not been able to meet demand. Worldwide production of gold fell 10 percent in 2008, while demand continues to increase. This leaves shortages in many countries and pushes the cost to buy gold higher in their currencies.

As the US dollar continues to hold its strength, some analysts are advising clients to buy gold in foreign currencies, such as economist Dennis Gartman, editor of the Gartman Letter. This allows investors to profit from gold’s strength, even when the dollar is strong.

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Now recommending clients carry a 5 to 7 percent exposure to gold and gold mining shares, Chatfield Roberts says, "It is a difficult time to invest and you have to make sure you preserve people's wealth." Today’s price to buy gold at the COMEX level dropped $11.20 to $1,124.20 per ounce.

Analysts are still optimistic about gold, in spite of the decrease. "Technically gold still looks healthy," says one Hong Kong dealer today. He also predicted that the gold price will "re-attempt to break above last week's high at $1145." Recently, the price to buy gold has been above its 20, 50 and 200-day moving averages, a trend that suggests continued strength. Gold’s Relative Strength Index remains at 60.58, well above the 40 level analysts usually consider acceptable for buying gold.

Analysts are also impressed by gold’s performance against a stronger dollar. "The gold story is still there and I have faith in it, but now it is happening against a background of a strengthening dollar," said Colin McLean of SVM Asset Management in London. Today’s $11.20 per ounce drop and the expectations of coming increases have analysts suggesting that investors buy gold. 

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Greece’s problems continue to grow as analysts become concerned about a perceived lack of urgency in the country’s debt crisis. "Moody's warned that it may cut Greece's credit rating unless the government provides reassurances that it will not significantly deviate from plans to cut its budget deficit," said Jane Foley, research director at Forex.com.

While the dollar has profited from the crisis, there are some who see that going away. Said Dennis Gartman of the Gartman Letter, “I think a Greek bailout would be worse,” and suggesting that default may be a better alternative. Others seem to agree as the euro rose today in spite of the planned credit downgrade.

A series of bad economic news was released in the US this week, starting with a rise in unemployment and moving to dreadful housing news, increasing fears that the US economy is not recovering as advertised and weakening confidence in the dollar. This lack of confidence is pushing investors to move to gold as the more secure investment and driving up its spot price.

The negative economic news is moving investors to buy gold as they look to the metal as the safe-haven investment it is traditionally regarded to be. Traders should consider moving out of dollar-based positions ahead of next week’s February economic data and look to take up additional gold holdings prior to any potential price increases. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Stating in its report, Natixis says, “Although there remains huge uncertainty concerning the economic and financial markets, we feel the balance of probabilities favors an eventual resolution of economic imbalances, such that investor interest in gold and silver will gradually begin to unwind.” The report forecast that the price of gold “could average $950 per ounce if the global economic recovery gains further traction,” in spite of the fact that recovery does not appear to be occurring, as evidenced by the ongoing Greek problem and concerns over sovereign debt in the United States and England.

Natixis mentions concerns about the decision of the International Monetary Fund to sell an additional 191.3 tons of gold and its impact on supply; a notion which is summarily discredited by market commentator Steven Saville of speculative-investor.com who says, “The relative insignificance of the gold sale proposed last week immediately becomes apparent once it is realized that 191 tons is less than 0.2% (one fifth of one percent) of the total aboveground gold supply, and that an average of 675 tons of physical gold changes hands via the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) every day.”

Saville finishes by saying, “In other words, the total amount of the IMF’s currently-planned sale equates to only a few hours of LBMA trading. This is obviously not something we need to factor into our assessment of the gold market’s prospects, provided that we are concerned with meaningful trends rather than intra-day fluctuations.”

Most analysts see now as a time to buy gold. Price supports and indicators such as the MACD and Full STO favor gold price increases. In spite of reports from some groups, many people continue to find gold to be a promising investment option. 

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Paulson & Co’s chairman, John Paulson, who correctly predicted the popping of the housing bubble in 2008, has positioned the company as the largest holder of shares in SPDR Gold with 31.5 million shares at a value of $3.45 billion. This exchange-traded fund is the world’s largest and is used by many investors who believe that gold values are rising because the fund tracks prices. Soros Fund Management, another large investor in gold, increased its holdings in SPDR from 2.5 million shares to 6.2 million near the end of the year, also indicating an appetite for gold investment and suggesting a greater confidence in gold prices in 2010.

For smaller investors, the strategies of these mega-funds paint a positive picture for increased investment as well. Gold has recently been on a strong run, with prices coming close to the $1,120 per ounce range, while a number of analysts predict prices that could reach $1,400 to $1,500 before the end of the year.

While Soros and Paulson look to buy gold, others should be looking as well. With fundamentals suggesting that prices will continue to rise, many investors could eventually profit by buying bullion or certified rare coins before any substantial increases take place. 

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Gold is one of the most highly regarded commodities in the world. Traded for thousands of years, this yellow metal has served as currency, crowns, and some of the most desired investment coins. Gold is a rare metal and its demand exceeds its supply every year. This high demand tends to drive up its price and make it very attractive to investors.

Over the past forty years, gold has been a very profitable investment, with those who buy gold experiencing a strong return on investment that hasn’t existed in many other commodities. During this time, the spot price of gold has increased from about $35.00 per ounce back in the early 70s to today’s price of $1,100.50 per ounce. While this previous ROI doesn’t guarantee future gains, it gives an indication of the power of gold.

Although the performance in the past doesn’t promise anything for the future, the market fundamentals and key indicators for gold suggest new gains. Jeffery Nicholls, managing director of American Precious Metals Advisors says, “We [American Precious Metals Advisors] remain firm in our conviction that gold prices will touch or surpass $1,500 in 2010 and continue to move higher in subsequent years.”

With high demand, a strong history of performance and favorable indicators for future gains, now appears to be an excellent time to buy gold. Investors who have liquid assets should look to add gold to their investment portfolio. 

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Mr. Wilder has authored a number of articles on trading, appeared on a number of radio and television programs, and given seminars in Asia, Australia, Canada, US, and Europe on technical trading. In addition, his theories have been published by Forbes and Barron’s. Welles bases his bullish view on the direction of gold prices largely on general economic conditions today and their ramifications.

One of the biggest factors that could force people to buy gold at $5,000 per ounce in the future is the United States economy. The country has created a situation where revenues don’t come anywhere near covering expenditures; this trend has been creating deficits at an alarming rate. The US national debt has reached $12.4 trillion and will likely soar to near $14 trillion if Congress approves the budget put forward by the President for the upcoming year. This debt has now grown to the point where the country is in real jeopardy of default on its interest payments.

Such a condition affects the whole world; the US is generally considered the glue that holds the world economy in place; default in America would be devastating, and such an economic crisis would almost certainly serve to devalue the dollar and other currencies. This devaluation would leave people worldwide looking for safe haven investments; of which gold would likely be the premier choice. The staggering demand would drive prices to levels never before seen…possibly as high as $5,000 per ounce.

There is no reason for investors today to stress over what might happen in the future; now is potentially a great time to buy gold as market conditions and demand have the ability to bring price increases. While the future may bring $5,000 per ounce gold prices, the best time to buy is right now.

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Gold reacted to news out of China that for the second time this year, the Chinese government would force banks to raise their ratio of reserves to loans by 0.5%, effectively reducing the amount of capital available for investment and other purposes. This news followed delays by the European Union to present any concrete proposals for their announced bailout effort of Greece due to its sovereign debt crisis.

Both of these reports left many investors turning back the US dollars, which promptly rose to 80.75 on the US Dollar Index, only to slide backward throughout the day, reaching 80.30 by mid-afternoon in a reverse that was expected by many investors. "We saw a knew-jerk reaction to the China announcement," said Brien Lundin, editor of the Gold Newsletter. "What's happening is that the market has already discounted a lot of China's tightening."

The good news for anyone who wants to buy gold is that the week’s event suggest now is the time to do it. Even with gold’s healthy rise, it is still showing strong fundamentals, suggesting that the rally is more than just a three-day event. After two months of corrections and overcoming mixed news, Friday’s gold prices suggest that now is a good time for investors to take up new positions in advance of possible additional increases. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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The dollar definitely prospered recently at the expense of the euro, as concerns over the national debts and monetary devaluation in the four struggling EU countries seemed to give the dollar a boost. Now it appears the dollar has some problems of its own. Technicals such as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) over 70, the Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) over 50, and the Full Stochastic Oscillator (Full STO) well over 80 all indicate that the dollar is overbought and likely due to drop.

Looking at the same information for gold, however, shows a different trend. Technicals such as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) below 40, the Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) below -10, and the Full Stochastic Oscillator (Full STO) below 20 all show the metal is oversold and that suggest now is the time to buy gold, not sell it.

While factors can vary and directions can change, the indicators suggest that now is a good time to increase holdings and buy gold. Investors should look to bullion and certified gold coins for physical gold assets that have a history of being excellent investment options. 

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This huge purchase by the Indian central bank impacted the world gold market in several different ways. First, as news of the purchase spread, there was great speculation whether the remaining 203 tons in the IMF stockpile would be purchased by the central bank of China, Russia, Brazil, Sri Lanka or another country seeking to offset its obligations with gold holdings. This speculation fueled interest in gold and as a result, prices roared above $1,200 per ounce for the first time in history.

India is generally regarded as paying too much for the gold, a mistake that other countries are not quick to repeat in light of the current economic situations. China is believed to still covet this gold to reinforce its foreign exchange reserves, but it is waiting for the opportunity to purchase at a lower price.

As central banks look to buy gold during this correction period, investors should take note and look to do the same. With strong underlying support, bad worldwide economic conditions and low gold prices, investors could likely be purchasing the best investment of 2010 at its lowest prices of the year. With central banks poised to buy gold, private investors should be ready to buy as well. 

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The US dollar tumbled last week as the President announced during his State of the Union speech that he was putting forward a budget that would add an amazing $1.56 billion to the national debt. In addition House Democrats are dangling new deficit spending curbs to prepare the way for them to raise that figure to $1.9 trillion, meaning an extra $6,000 of debt for every person in the US; amount that is on top of the unbelievable $40,000 per person that is already owed on the current $14.3 trillion deficit.

The national debt is one of the most ominous threats to the economic stability in the United States, and it is also a major reason why investors should consider plans to buy gold. With the global economic crisis and the downturn in the US, the country can barely meet its current obligations, let alone any additional ones. Gold is a strategic investment in hard times and a hedge against instability and inflation.

While precious metal prices are battling gains recently made by the dollar, now is a good time to buy gold. Debt and hardship are working against wealth building, and gold can be an excellent way to protect wealth. 

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After increasing in price for the ninth consecutive year, many people expect more of the same with gold. Economic instability, weak national currencies, high demand and other indicators still point to potential gains by gold. In fact, the 25% increase in gold price in 2009 suggests that, for two years which are expected to be as similar as 2009 and 2010, another 25% increase would not be outrageous; in fact, such a climb in 2010 would put prices near $1,350 per ounce, a figure touted by many analysts as a possible high for gold this year.

Mutual fund managers know the same things that many other investors understand; the reason to buy gold in times like these is that it provides a tangible asset that has a proven history of protecting and growing wealth. The price of gold has increased more than 1,600% in the past forty years largely because it is highly desired, extensively utilized and offers a commodity that retains value even in a difficult period.

Mutual funds have a strategy to buy gold; a strategy which other investors should strongly consider. With the current uncertain times, gold has the potential to continue its upward march, meaning that today’s investors could be the future profit makers in this valuable precious metal. 

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Politics may differ, and certainly fingers can be pointed at any number of people and institutions as the cause of the current budget mess. However, for the investor the goal is not to sort through the past years to identify blame, it is to protect and grow wealth in the coming years, using the best way possible. That way may well be the same way that has worked for a decade, which is to buy gold.

Gold is the traditional refuge when currencies slide or when social and economic chaos threaten. Gold may well rise even further versus the dollar and other currencies as the US takes on more and more debt in an effort to create jobs. As the nation moves forward, there will likely be higher tax rates according to the budget request for the coming fiscal year.

Investing in dollar denominated investments as the dollar slides in coming years may well be a losing proposition. First of all, inflation could eat away at any earnings. Second, investors will be taxed on their dollar gains even as their investments diminish in earning power.

Unlike many dollar denominated investments, gold bullion and rare gold coins can appreciate in value but in the case of gold IRAs, are not subject to taxation until redeemed. To buy gold may well be the best way to avoid many of the economic problems that loom ahead. 

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The best practice to buy gold is to deal with a reputable, established dealer. In the United States it is possible to get a Better Business Bureau report on a company that buys and sells gold. The best advice is to only work with a dealer who has a complaint free Better Business Bureau rating.

Many gold dealers buy and sell bullion and rare gold coins but don’t take broken jewelry, for example. However, a reputable dealer can say what the bullion in an item probably is worth and send the person to a jeweler or other party that will pay a fair price for the gold in question.

It is a sign of the despair of these difficult economic times that people are selling heirlooms and gold in order to get by. For the gold investor, this fact should be a signal that is stronger than the daily market reports. It appears that the world economic troubles are not over, and that it is still a very strong time to buy gold. 

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Spot gold is hovering just below $1,100. Reading the gold news is a little like the old melodramas with Nellie tied to the railroad track and the hero racing to save her. Will he get there in time? Yes, no, maybe. Traders on the COMEX buy and sell gold daily. The average investor buys to hold for at least 14-15 months and very commonly, for years. For the gold investor, the issue in not the daily movement of the COMEX spot price of gold by a few dollars. The question is what gold will be selling for a year or more from now.

The COMEX trades gold futures. As of January 28, 2010 gold for February delivery is trading at just below $1,100 an ounce. Gold for December 2010 delivery is trading in the same range. Settlements on gold deliverable in December of 2014 are for $1,206.40 an ounce.

Although the COMEX futures market is settling contracts for a $100 or more increase in the price of gold looking four years from now there are analysts predicting that gold will hit $2,000 by the end of this year and $5,000 in a few years.

If the painfully slow mending of the US and world economy gets derailed, investors could buy gold in increasing numbers and, in fact, drive the price of gold bullion to previously unheard of levels. For investors who see these trends as possible, 2010 may be the perfect time to buy gold. 

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The mining company has bought back hedges on 9.5 million ounces of gold at an average price of $930 an ounce over the last two years. Barrick expects to produce between 7.7 and 8.1 million ounces of gold in 2010. With today’s London am gold fixing at $1094.75, Barrick seems to have made a smart decision, roughly 8 million times $160 an ounce worth.

There are various estimates of where the price of gold is going. A skeptical investor will often wonder about predictions of the price of gold going up or down. The investor may wonder if the writer is actually taking his or her own advice. Barrick’s action is a stunning example of “putting your money where your mouth is.” If the price of gold just stays where it is for a year, Barrick will make roughly $1.28 billion more this coming year than if they had continued to hedge their gold production at $930 an ounce.

If the investor is looking for someone that is an expert in how much it will cost to buy gold in the future, the actions of a giant mining are good to watch. Barrick’s actions indicate that gold is still going up and should be considered for future investment. 

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When the investor buys certified rare American gold coins, he or she is buying a gold product that has a very identifiable value based upon the certification of the coin’s authenticity, degree of rarity, and state of preservation. There are a sufficiently large number of certified rare gold coins available in the United States that the investor does not need to go overseas to invest. If the individual is a collector of coins from throughout the world, that is another matter.

The United States mint produces the American Eagle gold bullion coin and the American Buffalo .9999 fine gold bullion coin. These investment products are guaranteed by the United States Mint. Because the investor buys gold for safety and for growing wealth during difficult economic times, it makes sense to stick with known, proven products and buy gold in USA bullion and rare coins.

Over the last 40 years, certified American rare coins have outperformed the stock market. In the last decade gold bullion has quadrupled in value, outperforming the market and much of real estate. American gold remains the choice of wise investors looking to hedge against inflation and grow wealth during these difficult economic times. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Gold plays a number of roles in society. Gold is a commodity used for commercial purposes and for jewelry. Gold has also been money for thousands of years of human history. Although gold is not accepted as currency in the United States at this time, there is a not to distant precedent of how that can change. As recently as World War II, paper was instantaneously worthless and gold was the only currency in many countries as the Nazi war machine rolled across Europe.

Although gold has both commercial value and is a currency of last resort, it also has a separate investment value. Gold bullion and certified rare gold coins hold their value as currencies devaluate with inflation and periodic economic shocks. The ability to both sell and buy gold is basic to gold’s use as an investment. If gold is not liquid as an investment, it cannot serve this purpose.

Gold exchanges provide the necessary bridge between buyer and seller to give gold its necessary liquidity. Companies like these can help investors who want to sell and buy gold by offering an experience not found among outsiders.

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If you buy gold in USA for profit-seeking purposes, there are some gold products that trade very close to the gold spot price. Credit-Suisse gold bullion bars are trading for less than 4% over the gold spot price, so investors who bought this type of gold 365 days ago have already seen over 36% profit. Gold bullion bars, as well as affordable gold bullion coins like the 22-karat South African Krugerrand and the 24-karat Canadian Maple Leaf are best suited for investors who plan on a 1-14 month stake in physical gold.

If you plan to buy gold in USA and store your metals within the US as well, and you are looking for a long-term, position in the gold market, certified gold coins will likely do better for you financially than bullion. Certified gold coins also have the advantage of being private assets to purchase, so of you want to avoid complicated paperwork in the future then certified coins may be the most appropriate way to go. In either case, you may benefit by contacting us directly before you make a purchase. Even though we may not be able to facilitate your transaction since we are a large volume supplier, we will do our best to answer your questions and help you on your way to buy gold in USA and to gain financial independence with a physical gold investment. 

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Gold has risen every year since 2001 at an average clip of 9%, and the yellow metal outperformed most markets in 2009 with a 24% return. If you fear that our government will continue to devalue our dollar to make our nation’s record $12.1 trillion debt more affordable, then you may want to store a portion of your assets in physical gold. To sell and buy gold, all you need is a checking account and a reputable gold dealer. Bank wires and checks are most commonly used to purchase gold, and most gold dealers give you the option of receiving a wire or a check when you do liquidate your assets.

Investors who buy and sell gold bullion usually liquidate those assets within 14 months of purchase. Long-term investors who prefer to sit on their gold for a while usually invest in certified gold coins, which buy and sell on the same exchanges as gold bullion. To learn more about how to sell and buy gold or to engage in one of the two actions directly, give us a call or send us an email with the information you require. 

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Gold and silver rare coins did even better than gold and silver bullion in the last ten years, thus the better choice would have been to buy gold and silver rare coins instead of bullion. Looking ahead, however, is what helps investors, not looking back.

Whether to buy gold and silver bullion or rare coins is the question. With the high price to earnings ratios of many of the stocks that have rallied in the last months, many investors are skeptical about continued market strength. The United States has seen another set back in employment numbers, and now there are even questions about the strength of China’s economic recovery and the security of its banking system.

In times of severe economic setback, gold and silver have been the traditional refuges. Both precious metals hold their ground against inflation and are the ultimate protection against economic collapse. For the investor who still distrusts the stock market and doubts the strength of the economic recovery in the United States and throughout the world, the wise choice may well be to buy gold and silver as protection against lingering economic stagnation. Talk to the experts at buy-gold.org for insights into the comparative advantages of gold and silver, rare coins and bullion. 

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Johnson Matthey gold bars are made by the precious metals division of a company more than two hundred years old and possessing operations in thirty countries. Besides precious metals, this company deals in fine chemicals and process technology. For the gold investor, the extraordinary set of skills possessed by Johnson Matthey result in guaranteed .9999 fineness gold bars.

Gold bars from sources such as Johnson Matthey, Credit Suisse, and Pamp Suisse are recognized throughout the world. As the price of gold has risen so dramatically over the last decade, many investors have come to buy gold bars as part of their investment portfolio. Gold has always been a tried and true choice of investors for protection from the loss of wealth due to inflation, and security in the event of financial collapse. Buying gold bars from a reputable company that has been in business for over two hundred years would seem to make sense in these uncertain economic times. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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A look at the last month shows that the price of gold bullion on Dec 8 was just over $1140 and that on December 22 it has dropped to just over $1085 an ounce. By January 8, the price of bullion had climbed back to just below $1140 an ounce. It looks like buying at the bottom of the market on the 22nd was really important. Is that right? Let’s look at a longer time frame.

Gold started 2009 at $850 an ounce. Although it peaked at over $1200 an ounce in early December, the January 8 price of nearly $1140 an ounce is a $290 increase over one year start. Looking out a little further, we see that gold started 2005 at just over $400 an ounce, which gave anyone who bought gold in early 2005 a $700 appreciation per ounce on gold held until this week.

When “there is blood in the streets”, to quote the old stock market adage, is when the best time is to buy stocks. But by that time there is economic chaos and investors buy gold, prices are already going up. The ideal time to buy gold is just before the really bad economic news is released. But, who knows the exact time that will happen?

The point is that no one can infallibly predict the gold market, economy, etc. But all investors can see trends. The dollar continues to gradually lose value despite occasional rallies. Gold will go up as the dollar goes down. For the long term the purchase of gold tends to protect and grow wealth. Missing out on a $60 correction in the price of gold is not as important as getting in on a $700 increase over a five year period. 

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Gold is bought and sold in a large number of settings. The best and safest setting is with a recognized, reputable, and professional gold exchange. The investor can sell gold in person, over the internet, or on the telephone. The means of communication is not so in important in how to sell gold as the transparency and trust involved in dealing with an experienced dealer.

A seller needs to feel comfortable that the dealer is giving a fair price for bullion and that any rare gold coins are properly authenticated and graded. An old trick before the days of certified rare gold coins was to “re-grade” a rare coin at the point of sale. The dealer would offer a fair price but a fair price for a lower graded coin might have cost the seller thousands of dollars. If an investor feels uncomfortable with the process of selling gold or believes the offered price is too low, it is time to seek another opinion.

An excellent way to check out a gold exchange is to obtain a Better Business Bureau report. Organizations such as buy-gold.org have complaint-free reports after being in business for many years. How to sell gold is to find a dealer who makes his living charging a fair price for his services and keeping customers, as opposed to a dealer who over charges his unsuspecting, one-time clients.

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Investors who want to obtain even higher levels of purity in a gold bullion coin need to buy Gold Maple Leafs. In 2007, the Canadian Mint demonstrated its engineering prowess by producing small runs of Gold Maple Leafs of an amazing 99.999 percent purity.

It is possible to buy gold Maple Leafs of both 99.99 percent purity and the smaller runs of 99.999 percent. The question for the investor in gold bullion is whether or not buying the higher level of purity is buying gold bullion or buying a collectable gold coin and which coin best fits in one’s portfolio.

Reputable dealers such as buy-gold.org typically charge the current price of gold bullion as set by the day’s London gold fixing plus a small margin. A caution to investors is that if the cost to buy gold Maple Leafs of either the standard .9999 purity or the special runs of .99999 purity from other exchanges seems high, it may well be. If a price seems out of line, it is best to use an established dealer such as buy-gold.org to obtain gold coins. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Buying gold starts with a decision of what percentage of personal assets to invest in gold. How to buy gold may be to sell stock or cash in a CD and invest the proceeds in rare gold coins or gold bullion coins and bars. The investor can make a single large investment in gold or can make purchases on a regular basis in order to average out any fluctuations in the price of gold.

Dealing with a reputable gold exchange can be helpful in this regard. The professionals at institutions such as buy-gold.com can provide information on availability of American Eagle gold bullion, for example, as the US Mint is currently waiting for sufficient gold bullion to resume minting.

The investor can purchase rare gold coins in person, on the phone, and online; all methods work. What is important is the relationship between the gold exchange and the investor. Fair pricing, accurate information, and professional service are more important in how to buy gold than whether the purchase is carried out by a phone call or over the internet.

How to buy gold starts with deciding what portion of assets to invest in gold and how often to add to a gold portfolio. Choosing a reputable gold exchange is paramount. Check references and a Better Business Bureau report and accept nothing less than a no complaint rating. These decisions and the discipline of routine investment against the duel threats of economic collapse and corrosive inflation of the US dollar can make learning how to buy gold a very profitable choice.

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Investing in gold is a hedge against inflation and protection against economic and social chaos. In both cases, the point is to possess the gold that one buys. The idea is to buy gold online at a fair price and pay a minimal markup for the service, including delivery.

Trading in gold typically is done by having an account with a broker. The trader opens an account by buying part of the broker’s gold reserve. The trader then buys and sells in the broker’s account, paying commissions, in an attempt to profit from the fluctuations in the price of gold. The trader never sees the gold and, typically, can trade, cash out, and leave without ever seeing a gold bar or coin.

To buy gold online is an efficient means of getting the most current price tied to the most recent London gold fixing. Trading gold online may be very profitable but it is not investing in gold. It is more akin to trading in the currency markets and comes with all of the same risks.

A note of caution is that one does a little homework before dealing with an on line gold dealer. A very simple and very effective means of checking out a dealer is to ask the Better Business Bureau about complaints. A dealer such as buy-gold.org, with years of complaint free service as shown by a Better Business Bureau report, is a wise choice.

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Gold bullion is available as bars and coins and is sold at its spot price. Rare gold coins commonly outperform gold bullion. Which gold to buy depends on how bad things are likely to get. An example of an extreme case of run-away inflation is Germany’s Weimar Republic in the early 1920’s. Individuals used small denomination gold coins to purchase basic necessities. The alternative was taking wheelbarrows full of nearly worthless paper money to the store to buy bread and milk.

Rare gold coins are more valuable than gold bullion coins, but in the case of complete economic collapse, an extremely valuable coin could buy a house and land but not the basic necessities of life. The ace in the hole for rare coins is that if the government were to confiscate gold again, as in 1933, rare gold coins may well be spared, since they are collectables.

Assuming that the worst does not happen there is still the specter of continued devaluation of the United States dollar. The kind of gold to buy to fight inflation and preserve family wealth includes gold bullion coins and bars, rare gold coins, and use of a Gold IRA to avoid capital gains taxes from successful trading of gold. These options provide investors with a wide variety of possible gold investments.

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Investments held for less than a year are taxed at the individual’s normal rate. These are considered short term capital gains. Long term capital gains, on investments held for over a year, are currently taxed as low as 0% in the 10% and 15% tax brackets, but not for those with higher income. After 2010, long term capital gains for all tax brackets will revert to the pre 2003 tax rate of 20%.

To buy gold IRA’s is to place gold investments in a tax deferred vehicle. With good market timing it is possible to realize more profit buying and selling gold bullion and rare gold coins than by buying and holding gold long term. An investment in gold at the start of the decade would be four times its initial value today; the same investment with good market timing could have realized even more profit. To buy gold IRA’s is to allow trading of gold without paying taxes until the gold is removed from the IRA, typically at retirement.

The same principle works to buy gold IRA’s as to buy regular IRA’s. Investments compound faster because the yearly rate of return is not diminished by taxes. To take advantage of this vehicle, it is best to talk to a reputable expert in gold, such as buy-gold.org, for information on how to buy gold IRA’s. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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The value of gold stocks is based upon the price of gold bullion; however, it is not a one to one relationship. To buy gold stocks is to buy shares in mining companies. When the price of gold rises, the profit margin of the company rises. The company’s gold reserves become more valuable while the gold is still in the ground. These factors drive up the stock price of the company. An additional factor for investors who buy gold stocks is that mining companies search for and discover gold. The discovery of a new vein of gold, a new mining site, can multiply the value of the company’s stock. To buy gold stocks is to invest in the value of gold and in the expertise of those who mine, refine, and profit from its sale.

In a rising gold market, gold stocks can outperform the price of gold bullion by a factor or two or three to one. For example, from 2001 to 2007 gold prices increased by 200%. During the same time frame, gold mining stocks increased by 300% to 400%. Buying stock in companies that mine, process, or sell gold can be quite profitable. Reputable experts in gold, such as buy-gold.org, can guide the investor in deciding which means of investing in gold are the most profitable, secure, and wise. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Last year the Madoff pyramid scheme scandal demonstrated the peril of having someone else handle one’s investments. If any of the people invested with Madoff had requested their stock certificates early on they would not have lost everything they had. Although there are many, many reputable institutions offering gold futures, stocks, and the like, these investments can fail or be mismanaged and, yes, there can be fraud.

If investing in gold is to avoid financial ruin in the case of economic disaster then buy physical gold. Certified gold bars and coins will always hold their value and when held personally, will be a ready source of funds in the event that the currency loses its value.

There are those who will deny the possibility of the total collapse of a currency but one only need look to the heart of Europe in the 1920’s for an example. After World War I a German gold mark coin could purchase a paper German mark. Five years later a German gold mark could purchase a trillion paper marks.

To paraphrase an old saying, a gold double eagle in the hand may be worth two (or more) out of hand investments. A person who chooses to buy physical gold can be assured of having assets in hand in time of economic collapse.

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Gold purity is measured in carats where 24 carats means 99.9 percent pure gold; in the USA and Canada the spelling of the word karat is different but means the same thing. The newer millesimal system of fineness defines the parts of pure gold per thousand. Gold bullion is 24 karat or millesimal fineness of .9999. In other words, to buy certified gold is to guarantee purity.

The rarity of a gold coin has to do with how many of its year and mint mark have survived. The great gold confiscation of 1933 or, for very old gold coins, the meltdown of gold of the 1820’s and 1830’s has significantly reduced the number of available coins. A coin which was preserved when it was new and without wear is always much harder to find that a used coin. The value of rare gold coins goes up almost exponentially with increasing grades of preservation. To buy certified gold means that rare coins are professionally graded, setting a benchmark for appraising their value over the years.

People who buy certified gold can rest easy that the stated gold content is indeed the accurate gold content and that the grade of a rare gold coin is the correct grade. A small inaccuracy in gold content or weight will result in a small change in the value of gold bullion. A small difference in the grading of a rare gold coin could result in the coin’s value being a multiple or a fraction on the previously assumed price. For this reason, buying certified gold coins is a very wise investment.

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The time to buy gold bullion is when it is cheap; that seems obvious. Certainly, those who purchased gold bars and coins in 2000 are happy that their bold bullion is worth four times as much as when they bought it. The price of gold has risen over the decade to new highs. Now, as the price of gold has corrected, people are asking if it is still the right time to buy gold bullion or to hold or, or to sell.

Gold goes up when the economy goes down, when interest rates are low, when there is political turmoil and war. Gold also goes up over the years with inflation. For those who buy gold bullion as a hedge against inflation, market timing and purchase corrections can make purchasing during down times a good strategy.

The questions that those who buy gold for short term profit need to ask are if the Middle East will stabilize politically in the near future, if the war against international terrorism will suddenly end, or if China’s 11 percent increase in industrial production in 2009 will continue. In addition, investors should question whether the USA will resolve its economic difficulties in the next six months to one year.

Answering no to these questions shows an investor that a conservative approach should be utilized. This means that buying gold bullion on a market correction will likely be a good idea. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Looking back to 1971 when the US government no longer redeemed US dollars for gold the price of gold has increased substantially. There have also been substantial fluctuations in gold prices over the intervening years. Investing in gold has done well over the years and especially in the 1970’s and the first decade of the 21st century.

Prices grew rapidly in the 1970’s, when they went from $35 an ounce, to $140 per ounce in 1975, thanks to the inflation of the decade, and ended at $580 per ounce by 1980. With the imposition of higher interest rates and a stronger dollar at the start of the 1980’s gold dropped in price to around $327 an ounce in 1985, $353 an ounce in 1990, $369 in 1995, and down to $227 per ounce in 2000. With the steady devaluation of the dollar in this last decade gold reached the $513 range by 2005 and the $865 range by 2008. Finally gold went briefly over $1,200 an ounce in late 2009 and settled in the $1,100 range to end the year.

Buying stocks follows the old adage which says to buy when there is “blood in the streets.” The point is that stocks are cheap during economic turmoil. History shows that gold is different and the absolute best time for investing is before economic turmoil. During difficult times buying can also be beneficial, making the current situation in the USA an attractive time to invest.

History shows that when the USA’s economic house is not in order, as still seems to be the case today, gold will prosper. Investing in gold in the 1970’s and the early 21st century yielded excellent returns, and today’s environment makes this an opportune time to invest as well. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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There are many options available to gold investing hopefuls, and if you want to buy gold online keep a couple pointers in mind if possible. Gold holds immense value to humanity, and it has for over 5000 years, in physical form. If an online company wants to offer you “paper gold,” “proof of ownership,” or some other unallocated type of gold investment, then it may not be right for you if you seek security and protection through these avenues.

If you locate an online gold dealer that completes transactions completely through the Internet, be wary if they do not offer an account agreement that protects both parties. If it is difficult to get in touch with a knowledgeable gold broker, then that particular company may not be right for you either.

If you can, visit the Better Business Bureau at www.BBB.org to get the background of any gold exchange that may potentially facilitate your investing. The BBB recommends that you do your business with companies who hold A+, Zero Complaint ratings. Contact the Certified Gold Exchange or another reputable gold exchange to get your feet wet, or further your position in the gold market. Also, don’t forget to get all the information you need by means of our award-winning gold investment tutorials below. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Gold dealers have reported increased demand for gold bullion bars at the same times that inflation fears have increased. Gold bullion bars and gold bullion coins are often used to hedge a dollar-heavy portfolio against inflation. Investors who believe that the dollar will lose value for the next 1-14 months and would like to profit in that particular situation are encouraged to pick up some one or 10-ounce gold bullion bars from a reputable gold exchange.

Gold bar investors typically look for signs that the gold market could rise 8-12% within 14 months, because this is the maximum time recommended to hold gold bullion products before liquidation. When you are ready to liquidate your physical possession precious metals, you will be happy to know that your gold account is just as liquid as a checking or savings account. However, long-term gold bullion holds are not advisable, and you should go through the “Confiscation of Bullion” section of www.Gold-Investment.info if you were thinking of making that move.

Since gold bullion items bars and coins were historically recalled and seized by the United States government to back up the value of our dollar during the Great Depression, the current trend is to buy gold bullion as a SHORT-term investment vehicle only. Certified gold coins are heavily utilized by investors who are looking for a long-term hold with more than the usual attention placed on privacy of wealth and government non-confiscatability. To learn more about the gold bullion and/or certified gold markets, call or email Buy-Gold.org today. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

First of all, it is crucial that you deal directly with large-volume, long-standing dealers instead of small, local shops. The mom and pop gold brokerages tend to have higher prices due to their lower sales volume, and the inventory at these locales may not be as diverse those from a company that carries billions of dollars worth of precious metals in multiple nationwide depositories.

Find a reputable gold exchange through a www.Google.com search for that term, and then research that gold exchange through the better Business Bureau (www.BBB.org). A reputable gold exchange should have a BBB rating of A or A+, with no more than one complaint.

For example, one of the results that comes up when you search for “gold exchange” through Google and Yahoo (www.Yahoo.com) is the Certified Gold exchange, and the BBB reports an A+, Zero Complaint rating for this particular exchange.

Finally, feel confident with the gold broker that you work with. It may be wise to have a checklist next to you when speaking with your potential gold broker. If the broker listens to your concerns, is interested in your reasons for wanting physical possession gold, and wants to match you with the product that best fits your needs, then your search for where to buy gold could be over.

If you would like to learn more about where to buy gold for physical delivery or for within your retirement account, feel free to browse this website or request one of our award-winning gold investment tutorials below. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Financial analysts typically recommend a 20-30% hedge in physical possession gold during financially unstable times, so you must first determine if today’s economic situation fits that bill in your opinion. Although some economists have stated that the worst of our recession is over, the 1.8% increase in inflation that was reported today gives weight to arguments to the contrary. Many economists have called for the US to suffer through a “double-dip” recession, which isn’t as tasty as it sounds, and some economists have even forecasted the start of the Greater Depression in 2010.

Historically, gold prices tend to rise along with inflation and a downturn in national economic health, and consumer confidence. As the US dollar loses value, commodities that are priced in dollars become more costly. Not only that, but increased demand for safe-haven assets (hard assets that are privately held), has also traditionally boosted gold prices. If you want to learn how to buy gold and be successful, look at cycles from the 1930s and 1970s and learn from investors who braved the market then.

Gold investors were largely disappointed in the 1930s when gold was confiscated by our government, which you can learn about at www.Gold-Investment.info. In the high inflationary cycle of the 1970s, there was no gold confiscation and some gold investors made 1000% on their initial investment. In the current cycle, the threat of gold confiscation is very real, but there are ways to get around it and remain profitable and protected. Give the friendly experts at Buy-Gold.org a call or register below for our 2010 Insider’s Guide on How to Buy Gold. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Despite last week’s reduction of the gold spot price, the decision to buy gold will likely remain a popular one in 2010, as American investors have steadily turned to the precious metal as their historically proven safe haven asset since 2001. Unless you have been living in a bubble, you already know that mainstream investment avenues have suffered tremendous contractions in the last three years.

While these contractions have gotten worse almost every quarter since the last quarter of 2006, savvy investors who decided to buy gold have seen as much as 500% profit on their initial investments. Gold holds value as one of the only assets that historically gains worth when dollar-backed assets are losing value. It has shown its tendency to actually thrive during economic downturns and inflationary cycles.

While learning how to buy gold, it is advisable to take a few important steps to maximize your investing potential. Before diversifying into physical gold, it is wise to evaluate your personal goals first. Determine whether you seek short-term profit or long-term wealth preservation with gold.

If you seek short-term profit, market experts encourage you to research modern-day bullion coins and bars through a reputable website such as www.Gold-Bullion.org. If long-term wealth preservation and growth is what you are after, you may want to look into pre-1933, US-minted coins through www.Rare-Coin.org or another reputable dealer of PCGS certified coins. Whatever you seek from the market, make sure that you work hand-in-hand with a reputable brokerage when deciding to buy gold, because a cord of two threads is much stronger than a cord of only one. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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If you decide to buy gold ETF (exchange traded funds) holdings, you might as well stay invested in the dollar. Gold stocks, ETFs, and pool accounts may not be backed by physical gold, which would make them a worthless paper IOU placeholder. This sounds very similar to US currency, which is quickly becoming a worthless linen IOU placeholder.

If you foresee impending inflation of the dollar but you do not believe that it could collapse entirely, then you likely belong to the demographic of investors that invests in physical gold bullion from 1-14 months for profit-seeking. Once the Federal Reserve begins to raise interest rates trillions of dollars of new, devalued US currency will hit our financial markets, and our government may do this to lessen the weight of their debt, as well as the debt of US citizens.

Some economists have warned that the international community will not tolerate this purposeful manipulation of the money supply, so our government could be forced to confiscate physical gold as was the case in 1933. Our government corralled the gold bullion from US citizens to restore faith in the greenback and reduce our nation’s debt. If you fear further government manipulation in our private financial affairs, you may want to give consideration to certified gold coins. If you buy gold ETF stocks you are still tied to paper, so invest in physical possession gold if possible and hang on tight! 

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Buy Gold In USA For Profit – If your aim is to make profits with gold within a 14-month time span, you should look toward the gold bullion market to meet those goals. If you told me that you wanted a physical possession gold investment that you could see make a quick profit on, I would say that your best option is gold bullion.

Johnson-Matthey and Credit-Suisse produce high quality gold bullion bars that trade relatively close to gold’s per-ounce spot value, and bullion coins from the Royal Canadian Mint and Perth Mint are also quite affordable.

Buy Gold In USA For Wealth Preservation – You are a little different that the investors mentioned above, because you are more concerned with preserving your buying power if inflation kicks in or if the dollar collapses entirely. In this circumstance, rare US gold coins liken the $20 Lady Liberty and the $20 Saint Gaudens are more appropriate, since these coins tend to outperform bullion in the long haul and they are completely private investment purchases.

Investors who want to hoard their gold for as long as possible usually do better financially with rare US coins, especially during times of national financial distress. For more information on how to buy gold within the United States, register for the 2010 Insider’s Guide to Buying Gold below or contact the Certified Gold Exchange directly. 

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• Gold Bullion Rounds – These generic pieces are manufactured for various large-scale dealers. These “coins” carry no face value and are not legal tender in any country. Dealers generally have a very small markup on these items, which are available in 22-karat and 24-karat purity.

• Gold Bullion Bars – These items are more heavily used than rounds by US investors, and the costs are still very low. Investors can buy cheap gold bars that have been manufactured by companies like PAMP-Suisse and Credit-Suisse.

• Modern-Day Gold Bullion Coins – Gold coins that have been introduced to the gold market by the Royal Canadian Mint, the Perth Mint, and the US Mint over the last 25 years carry relatively low premiums over the active gold spot price, although coins are usually a bit more expensive that the aforementioned gold bullion products. These coins vary in face value and weight, and although impractical to spend, they are legal tender in the country in which they were minted.

• Mint State 61 Certified Coins – This is the lowest grading that a historic coin can receive to be classified as a private and US government non-confiscatable investment. MS61 coins are in Uncirculated Mint State condition, and these coins are the most affordable way to purchase a long-term gold investment. While higher Mint State grades have historically been more profitable, the MS61 grade of coins like the $20 Saint Gaudens and the $20 Lady Liberty have performed exceptionally well during this recession.

If you would like to learn more about the best ways to buy cheap gold and be successful in this market, call one of our friendly specialists at 800-425-5672 or reserve your copy of our award-winning 2010 Insider’s Guide To Buying Gold below (first come, first served). 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

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Every gold investor should know how to sell gold, although the vast majority of Americans are increasing their safe-haven holdings at the moment. There are some investors who need to liquidate their gold and silver to make ends meet during these tough economic times, and this should always be quick and easy to do. Not only are there investors who need to sell their gold for increased cash flow, but there are also investors who would like to convert their assets from precious metals and back into cash for other purposes.

If you need to learn how to sell gold quickly, do not be alarmed because liquidating hard assets like gold is much easier and faster than converting stocks and real estate back into cash. Contact one of the nation’s major gold exchanges, and you will be back into cash in no time as long as you possess a widely known, commonly traded gold product. To avoid liquidity issues in the future, purchase COMEX-acceptable gold bullion bars and coins, and purchase certified gold coins that were minted in relatively large numbers.

Contact a reputable gold exchange so you can ensure that you receive fair market value for your gold. There are countless entities that are willing to take your ore off your hands, but not all of these organizations are willing to give you a fair price. Visit the Better Business Bureau at www.BBB.org and find a company with an A+, Zero Complaint rating, or save yourself some time and contact Buy-Gold.org directly for the most updated information on how to sell gold. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The international community has condemned the United States government for their intentional manipulation of the value of US currency, and our government’s almost unprecedented intervention into our financial markets has worried many investors that the beginning of the end is at hand for our dollar and our entire economy.

Our government’s bold intervention is not entirely unprecedented because radical and drastic measures have been taken before. In 1933, for example, President Franklin Roosevelt made gold bullion ownership illegal, and our government confiscated over 131 million ounces of the ore from 1933-1971. Our nation’s central bank needed the yellow metal to pay down our national debt and restore international faith in the dollar.

If you have to decide in the battle of Gold vs Dollar, be reasonable. It is not wise to become “cash poor” and hurt your livelihood just to own gold. Financial analysts recommend a 20-30% hedge for full protection of your remaining assets. If your traditional investments like stocks, bonds, and cash accounts continue to flounder in this recession, gold would most likely rise in value and protect your buying power.

If you would like more information on buying or selling gold, or if you want to make known your opinion of who will win in the heated match between Gold vs Dollar, call our toll-free help desk at 800-425-5672 or register below for a free gold investment start-up kit. 

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First, figure out what your goals are for your gold investment. If you are strictly looking to take profits within the next 14 months, you will utilize a different type of gold than an investor who plans on sitting on his or her gold for years, or even decades. While some investors believe that we might have a bout with inflation once the Federal Reserve starts to raise interest rates, other investors believe that our nation is in store for an economic downturn that could throw us into the Greater Depression for 15-20 years. Both of these investors could benefit from owning physical gold, but each individual requires a different kind of ore.

If you have profit-oriented goals for your gold investment, you should consider gold bullion bars and coins. These products trade in close proximity to the gold spot price, so short-term investors can overcome their “break even” point quickly if spot values continue to increase at the present pace.

If you are less concerned with scoring quick profits, and you would like to preserve your wealth over a longer period of time, it is advisable to invest in certified gold coins. These coins also move in the same direction as the gold spot price, but their numismatic appeal makes them a wise investment for individuals who are looking for privacy and financial independence in a national financial emergency.

To sell and buy gold, you simply need to call Buy-Gold.org or request any of our free information kits below. Our friendly specialists are happy to assist you in supplementing and liquidating your physical gold holdings. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The US Mint recently announced that one-ounce gold Eagles would be discontinued indefinitely, although the US Mint is required by law to produce the coin in a supply sufficient to meet consumer demand. Our Treasury Department has mandated that the one-ounce planchets (gold blanks from which coins are struck) be shipped to storage, so the more expensive fractional Eagle coins have become the top sellers from the US Mint’s website (www.USMint.gov).

The US Mint asserts that the production cessation of one-ounce, $50 Gold Eagle coins is due to a problem with the planchet supplier, but it is no big secret that it is our government’s best financial interests to hold the gold instead of selling it to US citizens in exchange for US currency. The United States is one of the top producing nations for gold, so halting the manufacture of the long-standing (minted every year since 1986) Gold Eagle one-ounce coin definitely creates some serious questions for savvy investors.

Gold Eagle coins are readily available on the open market right now, so browse through our award-winning investment tutorial before making your gold coin investment by clicking here. Many people feel that our government will soon confiscate gold bullion again to pay down our national debt, as was done during the Great Depression. It is easy to foresee this happening again if you consider the radical, illogical steps that our leaders and big business have recently taken. Click here to learn more about the historic gold confiscation.

Investors who buy Gold Eagle coins generally hold these coins 1-14 months, and this is strictly a profit-seeking investment. If you have given consideration to a long-term gold investment with safety as your crucial goal, pre-1933 US coins could be a better financial play. Contact us directly at our toll-free number or email us for your copy of our helpful 2010 Insider’s Guide To Buying Gold. 

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The Double Eagle term was also given to the predecessor of the St. Gaudens coin, the $20 Lady Liberty gold coin. Today’s investors often buy St. Gaudens gold coins and Lady Liberty gold coins when they desire an investment that could provide growth over the long-term, as well as immediate protection from the dollar’s potential demise.

President Theodore Roosevelt authorized the creation of gold St. Gaudens coins in 1905, and the coin was not initially known as the “St. Gaudens” until Augustus Saint-Gaudens was chosen as the designer. Roosevelt desired for American coins to achieve the same level of fame and beauty as ancient Greek coins.

He was so pleased with Saint-Gaudens creation that he declared it was the most beautiful coin that he had ever seen. Because of this, gold St. Gaudens coins were almost never used as currency and Un-circulated versions have survived to our day.

Many today highly value historic American coins as secure and potentially profitable investments, so they buy St. Gaudens gold coins to take a strong and private position in the gold market. Pre-1933, US-minted gold coins like the St. Gaudens are generally utilized by long-term gold investors who desire complete privacy.

Please contact us through email or call our toll-free help desk at 800-435-5672 if you would like the friendly specialists at Buy-Gold.org to send you free information on a wide range of investment-grade gold coins. 

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Investors are buying gold coins, and taking physical delivery of these coins, because this is a very highly recommended way to purchase physical gold. Mining stocks, gold exchange traded funds (ETFs), and pooled gold accounts could allow for some quick profits, but investors who seek an insurance plan and security for their wealth are advised to invest in less speculative precious metal investments, such as physical gold coins that are stored privately by the investor.

Investors who desire a short-term hedge in gold to combat inflation should consider gold bullion coins, and investors who seek gold for long-term security and wealth preservation are encouraged to invest in pre-1933, US-minted gold coins. The Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) certify historic American coins as being in “Uncirculated Mint State” condition, and these rare and unusual coins are widely utilized for wealth security by safety-oriented US investors.

The $50 American gold Eagle and the $50 Canadian gold Maple Leaf are two commonly traded gold bullion coins. If you require a long-term and private investment, buying gold coins like the $20 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle and the $10 Lady Liberty American Eagle could be the better idea. These coins have outperformed the field on the PCGS and NGC price guides (www.PCGS.com and www.NGCCoin.com) throughout our current recession.

You will be wise to only invest in bullion and rare coins that are widely known, because these types of coins will move with the gold spot price and liquidity will never become an issue. Contact Buy-Gold.org electronically or call us at 800-425-5672 to learn more about wise gold coin diversification. 

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If gold “day trading” doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, and you would rather buy, hold, and accumulate for awhile, then you are right if you were thinking that gold bullion may not be the best choice. If you would like to hold your gold longer than 14 months and you would like a private type of gold coin investment that our government did not historically confiscate, you may want to consider buying historic American gold coins.

Coins like the $20 Saint Gaudens and the $10 Indian Head have been certified as being in Uncirculated Mint State condition by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). Certified gold cons also track the gold spot price, but they track the general trend instead of the minute fluctuations. You can learn more about the historic gold bullion confiscation at www.Gold-Invetsment.info, and it is important to understand the historic gold confiscation because it may happen again in the next year if the dollar continues to fall.

Pre-1933 US coins that survived the Great Depression and 76 years in near-perfect condition hold special value to collectors and investors, and Executive Order 6102, Section 2-B states that coins of “recognized special value to collectors of rare and unusual coins” should not be seized, and it seems almost certain that certified gold coins fit this bill. Contact Buy-Gold.org directly if you are interested in buying certified gold coins or modern-day bullion coins at dealer-to-dealer prices. 

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It requires nothing special to learn how to buy gold and take physical delivery. First of all, you contact a major gold exchange that provides US investors with a wide variety of gold products. Contact a reputable gold exchange such as the Certified Gold Exchange, because these entities sometimes offer institutional discounts for their household clients.

If you want hold gold from 1-14 months and you are mainly interested in making quick profits, gold bullion may be the best route for you to take. Gold bullion comes in bar and coin form, and both types of gold bullion trade close (2-8% over, depending on the size, brand, and gold exchange) the present gold spot price, which currently resides at $1066.80 on the Commodities Exchange (COMEX).

If you plan to possess physical gold for 14 months or longer, or if you are interested in purchasing a private type of gold, give consideration to PCGS and NGC certified gold coins. These coins are liquid in over 120 countries, and there is no complicated paperwork to deal with when you purchase PCGS and NGC certified gold coins.

Contact us directly through an email or give us a call at 800-425-5672 if you would like a copy of our 2010 Insider’s Guide To Gold Investing, or if you have any other questions that our friendly specialists can answer for you. 

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Although our research team believes that the trend in gold could continue to be bullish until our policymakers find a viable solution to our nation’s economic problems, the friendly specialists at Buy-Goldf.org are happy to facilitate your precious metal liquidation. We buy gold coins that have been certified by PCGS and NGC, and we also buy widely traded and commonly known gold bullion bars and coins. If you would like to take profits on your gold investment, or supplement your holdings with more physical gold, contact us directly for our best price and exceptional client service.

If you would like to sell your gold, we will freeze your price over the telephone and you will ship your items registered and insured through the USPS. You will ship your gold to our Dallas, Salt Lake City, or New York depositories, and USPS tracking numbers will allow us both to track the package until the Receiving Department at our depository accepts and signs for your gold. Once your package arrives, it will be opened and visually inspected under video surveillance. After confirming the package’s contents, one of our depository specialists will contact your gold broker. At that point, you will be notified by telephone and by email that your package arrived safe and sound, and you will be asked if you would prefer to receive a company check or a bank wire. If you are ready to initiate your gold transaction, call or email us today to get started. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Trillions of dollars, in fact, have been dissolved permanently by our government and its maniacal monetary moves. Across the board, American investors lost 35% of their wealth in the last three years, and that figure does not take into account the massive amounts of currency that has been printed and distributed, leaving the money we worked so hard to save devalued.

Many investors have decided to buy gold for wealth preservation, because gold could possibly help you salvage the wealth you have left. Historically, investing 20-30% of one’s assets in gold acted as a substantial hedge, and this hedge offset losses in other areas of one’s portfolio. While some investors have decided to stockpile their safety deposit boxes and gun safes and home fire-safes with private types of gold, but it is not recommended to vest more than 30% of your funds into the gold market.

If you desire to buy gold for wealth preservation, purchase historic US coins that carry recognized value to numismatists, such as the Professional Coin Grading Service (www.PCGS.com) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (www.NGCCoin.com). These coins are widely used by investors, but collectors also utilize these coins so it is unlikely that our government would confiscate these coins in the same manner that it has confiscated gold bullion bars and coins in the past. Contact us directly to get our best discount when you are ready to buy gold for wealth preservation and long-term growth. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

By investing in physical gold, you give yourself a little extra protection in case the dollar collapses. Gold derivatives and mining stocks may or may not track the gold spot price, and in the end those investments are nothing more than paper.

There are a wide variety of physical gold investments to choose from, so carefully match your needs with the correct type of gold. If you purchase gold based on your specific goals and your ideas on how our economy will fare in the future, your gold broker will be able to meet your expectations when you purchase and throughout your holding period.

Short-term investors usually purchase gold bullion for profit. There is no long-term security in gold bullion because it is confiscatable by our government. Long-term investors who are buying gold for safety and long-term wealth preservation and growth have done better with numismatic gold coins like the $20 Saint Gaudens and the $20 Lady Liberty. These coins move in the same direction as gold bullion, but they have been deemed non-confiscatable by Executive order 6102, Section 2-B. Contact us directly or call us at 800-425-5672 to learn more about how to buy gold, or to get started with your diversification into precious metals. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

President Theodore Roosevelt authorized the creation of the Saint Gaudens gold coin in 1905, and the coin was not actually titled the “Saint Gaudens” until its designer, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, was chosen. Roosevelt desired for American coins to exceed the beauty of the coins of ancient Greece. He was pleasantly surprised at the outcome of the coin in 1907, by declaring it was one of the most beautiful coins he had ever seen. Americans could buy Saint Gaudens gold coins until 1933, when President Franklin Roosevelt confiscated gold bullion bars and coins. Many American coins were destroyed and turned into bullion bars, but some of the historic rarities survived.

Today’s investors highly value historic American coins, so they buy Saint Gaudens gold coins as a way to take a strong and private position in the gold market. Historic gold coins like the Saint Gaudens are especially reserved for long-term investors who require complete privacy and the opportunity for log-term growth, but you may contact us directly for free information on a wide range of gold coins from across the world. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, and every Maple Leaf coin is guaranteed for its weight and purity. These specifications have allowed the Maple Leaf series to become a widely-owned and traded bullion coin around the globe since its inception in 1979. The Canadian Maple Leaf gold coin was the first gold bullion coin to be minted with 24-karat purity, and Maple Leaf coins are produced with 0.999 and 0.9999 fine gold today.

Investors also buy Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins because they are a relatively affordable gold bullion item. While some exchanges trade American Eagle and the Chinese Panda coins at 7-15% markups, one-ounce Canadian Maple Leafs have a fair markup of 5.5-6.5% over the gold spot price. The Royal Canadian Mint also produces Maple Leaf gold coins in ½ ounce, ¼ ounce, 1/10 ounce, and 1/20 ounce denominations, and investors should keep in mind that fractional coins will usually hold a higher per-ounce premium than one-ounce coins.

Investors generally buy Canadian maple leaf gold coins as a 1-14 month investment, so investors who are considering a long-term stake in gold might want to consider more appropriate options. Buy-Gold.org offers obligation-free assistance and live quotes for US investors, so register for our free gold investment tutorial or call us at 800-425-5672. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Gold stocks could tumble uncontrollably if a discrepancy is found between the number of gold shares a company has issued and the amount of physical gold that is stored in that company’s name. If gold shareholders find out through audit reports that his or her shares are not really backed by physical gold, then it could already be too late to sell. Many market watchdogs have called for audits on gold stock-issuing companies, because it is widely believed that large deficits exist between their paper gold and their physical gold. Market analysts are encouraging investors to take physical delivery of their precious metals if possible, because liquidity and volatile fluctuations are much less of an issue.

Investors consider a gold stock purchase because they believe that another government-led confiscation of physical gold would not alter their derivative-type investment. On the contrary, our government’s henchmen would most likely seize whatever gold the gold ETF companies do have. Gold stocks would become null and void if their backing gold bullion was confiscated. Investors who desire non-confiscatable gold items should avoid gold stocks, and consider pre-1933 US minted coins that have been certified by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) or the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS). These coins have been more profitable than and other American coin over the last decade. and their complete privacy is a major benefit to investors who are skeptical about our government and its’ operators. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

1. Gold bullion bar buyers prefer the absolute cheapest way to buy physical gold. They purchase bars from reputable manufacturers like Engelhard and Credit-Suisse, which have low premiums just over the active gold spot price. Gold bars are produced in sizes from one gram to 1000 ounces, and the larger items usually carry a lower per-ounce premium.

2. Gold bullion coins that are produced in the United States, like the 22-karat American Gold Eagle and the 24-karat American Gold Buffalo, are used by short-term investors in addition to the gold bullion bars. These coins are slightly more expensive than bars, but their premium stays with the coin when it is sold. These coins are sometimes certified as MS69 or MS70 by savvy marketers, but these modern-day coins are still considered a bullion product.

3. Investors who desire physical possession of gold for a longer period of time are wise to invest in certified American coins that were minted prior to 1933. The $20 saint Gaudens and the $20 Lady Liberty have outperformed bullion for 14 consecutive months, and the privacy of these investments is a crucial benefit.

If you require more information about the different American gold products available, feel free to call us at 800-425-5672 to learn the best way to buy American gold for your portfolio. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Although our government’s economists have tried to hype up our economy’s performance in recent months, savvy investors realize that our government’s bailout and stimulus measures are nothing more than over-prices air bags, installed to cushion the inevitable crash of our financial markets. Even with, and possibly because of, the trillions of dollars that our government has injected into our financial markets, economists expect the United States to plunge into a depression that could last for decades.

Many investors have expressed their dismay at our government’s actions, because the average American’s portfolio is still 30-60% below 2007 levels. Investors of all sorts have struggled to find reliable ways to store and grow their wealth, and some of these investors have decided to buy gold bullion and certified gold coins as their insurance plan against the worst case scenario.

The bullish trend that began in 2001 has elevated gold to a new record of $1119 per ounce on the Commodities Exchange (COMEX) division of the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX). Investors have flocked to gold in recent months, and the gold spot price has surged to keep up with the unprecedented demand. Not only has supply and demand increased gold prices, but other major currencies have hampered the US dollar’s ability to rebound from record lows. If you need more information on buying and/or selling gold bullion, call us directly (800-425-5672) for friendly, obligation-free assistance. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The dollar’s quandary has had a profound effect on gold bullion prices, but many investors are now converting their physical metals into private gold. Investors buy private gold like PCGS and NGC certified coins when they believe that a second government confiscation of gold could be implemented.

The original gold bullion confiscation occurred in 1933 as a way to back up the falling dollar. The dollar’s recent troubles have led many economists to predict a second gold seizure, which could be the last-ditch effort to save our economy and a precursor the eventual demise of our greenback.

Since 1971, our dollar has not been backed by gold, so the government has had free reign to print as spend as much currency as seen fit. Our leaders have brutally abused this privilege, as evidenced by the currently enacted bailout and stimulus plan, which could waste over $23 trillion dollars before all is said and done.

If you believe that our nation’s economic situation will become worse before it is completely better, you may need to invest in private gold. Investors purchase private gold investments like $20 Lady Liberty coins and $20 Saint Gaudens coins as their back-up plan in case the unimaginable comes to pass. Call us today for your free gold investment evaluation to determine if your portfolio is presently in unnecessary danger. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

You can buy physical gold investments in the form of gold bullion bars, modern-day gold bullion coins, and numismatic gold coins. Gold bullion bars are the least expensive of the three, because these items are the most simplistic. Johnson-Matthey and Credit-Suisse are two of the most popular gold bullion bar investments. Gold bullion coins like the American Gold Eagle and the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, are slightly more expensive. The issuing mints usually add a premium for their production, and these premiums vary depending on the specific coin type and size. Numismatic coins are the most expensive, but they are also the only non-confiscatable gold coins within the United States. The $10 Lady Liberty and $2.5 Indian Head are two of the most commonly utilized investment-grade coins within the United States, and investment-grade versions of these coins have increased 11.8% in the last 30 days.

Investors line their portfolios with numismatic rarities when they foresee long-term dollar devaluation and possibly another national depression. If you are considering gold for the next addition to your portfolio, contact a reputable gold exchange or call us directly at 800-425-5672 for free information on physical gold investments. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

A certain type of investor derives the most benefit from buying gold and silver bullion. If you plan on holding your gold between 1-14 months, then you might be able to take advantage of the low premiums on gold and silver bullion. These low premiums, which hover just over the gold spot price, allow you to realize profits quickly if the gold price continues to trend upward. Gold has averaged a 12% gain per year since 2001, but in the last 365 days gold investors have watched the gold spot price climb 48.6%. The shocking growth of the last year may not be sustainable, but experts like Merrill Lynch’s Walter Murphy believe that gold could reasonably grow by 12-18% in 2010.

Investors should be aware that gold bullion is confiscatable by our government, as was proven by President Franklin Roosevelt in 1933. More information on the historic US gold confiscation is available at www.Gold-Bullion.org. If you fear the possible collapse of our dollar then gold bullion may not be the right investment for you. Visit www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com to learn more about certified good coins, which are non-confiscatable and completely private. In either case, call us directly at 800-425-5672 to get your free information packet before you buy gold bars or coins. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The gold spot price can lay dormant for months at a time, only to bound to life for no obvious reason. For the last eight years, the gold spot price has consistently escalated, and this upward trend has been magnified during this quarter. After reaching a new high of $1071 per ounce on October 14, gold briefly dipped by about 2% before climbing again. The gold spot price set records on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, and it is currently just below the $1100 mark. The number of individuals buying short-term gold investments like Johnson-Matthey bars and the American Gold Eagle coin have peaked along with the gold spot price, and these investors have seen almost 4% gains during this week alone. Take into account that most bank accounts don’t offer this much interest over a two-year span, and it’s easy to see why so many Americans have diversified with physical gold. Call Buy-Gold.org at 800-425-5672 to protect your assets today. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Some investors initially think that they can buy gold at the current spot price. On the contrary, the gold spot price is based on 1000-ounce COMEX brand bars before they are sold, melted down, manufactured into bars and coins, and distributed to gold dealers. The recent International Monetary Fund’s selling of 200 tons of gold to India’s central bank highlights this fact perfectly. The 200 tons of gold were sold for $6.7 billion, which averages out to $1046 per ounce. The deal was finalized in the middle of October, when the gold spot price was slightly below $1046 levels. Hence, if you are purchasing more than $7 billion in gold you may have hope. Otherwise, you cannot buy gold at the current spot price from a reputable dealer.

Granted, you may occasionally be able to find specials on eBay and through other private venues, but exercise caution around these high-risk investment avenues. If you can’t afford to lose the 5-8% that gold bullion premiums claim, you can’t afford precious metal investing. Reputable gold dealers report hundreds of cases every year in which investors have been defrauded by someone who claimed to sell gold at spot price. Contact the Certified Gold Exchange to find a reputable gold bullion dealer, or call www.Buy-Gold.org directly at 800-425-5672. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

With a strong gold investment strategy, it is possible to profit with a physical gold investment. The gold spot price is currently on a peak, but no one knows when profit-taking may erupt. If safe-haven demand continues to grow, the gold spot price will most likely do the same. Investors who seek immediate profits with gold utilize gold bullion bars and coins, because these items carry low premiums that allow for rapid-fire buying and selling. Even in a bear market, investors can see profits by buying when the spot price drops substantially, and then selling once the market moves up a few percentage points.

Sometimes, investors fail to buy in a real valley, and it can take months to surpass their break-even point. Other times, they sell on what they think is a peak, but they miss out on extra profits when the spot price continues to climb. While immediate profits are appealing, the vast majority of today’s investors are shifting their assets into the certified coin market. This market doesn’t promise to make you an immediate millionaire, but analysts expect the long-term performance of these coins to easily outpace gold bullion. If you are buying gold for profit and the market is new to you, contact www.Buy-Gold.org directly at 800-425-5672. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

First of all, investors should take physical delivery of their metals. That is not permitted for IRA investors until mandatory withdraws begin, but these investors should have physical gold stored for them by Sterling Trust (www.SterlingTrustCompany.com)or GoldStar Trust (www.GoldStarTrust.com). Gold exchange traded funds (ETFs), gold stocks, and unallocated pool accounts are not a good investment if you are buying gold for safety. These types of “gold” investments often end with underperforming portfolios and unhappy investors. Once physical delivery is decided upon, the time comes to acquire a particular kind of gold.

Short-term investors should utilize gold bullion bars and coins. Reputable companies like Johnson-Matthey, Engelhard, and Credit-Suisse manufacture 0.999 pure gold bars, and bullion coins are available from entities like the US Mint and www.Gold-Bullion.org. Investors who want to hold their gold longer than 14 months, and investors who fear a possible collapse of the dollar, should consider diversifying into certified gold coins. Investment-grade certified coins tend to outpace gold bullion products over the long-term, and these coins are also a confidential, privately-held investment. Contact the Certified Gold Exchange directly at 800-300-0715 or at www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com to learn more about the certified coin market. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Americans who would like to hold their gold investment less than 14 months usually prefer gold bullion coins. The US Mint has produced the American Gold Eagle since 1986, and this coin is available in a number of weights and denominations. This bullion coin is ideal for investors who want to buy gold when the spot price is low, sell once a mild gain is achieved, and then repeat the process once the gold spot price decreases. Investors who want an American coin that is easier to manage may be better off with a pre-1933 American coin.

Older American coins are usually certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), and coins that are found to be in Mint State condition are issued a serial number and unique encapsulation. These coins should not be confused with modern-day coins that have been certified; savvy marketers “forget” to mention that these coins are still considered a government-confiscatable type of item. Saint Gaudens, Lady Liberty, and Indian Head coins were minted prior to 1933, and Mint State versions of these coins are widely considered to be the best American gold coins for long-term investors. These beautiful coins appreciate more gradually than bullion, and transactions involving these coins are kept completely private. Investors who want to learn more about American gold coins should contact USMint.gov or www.Gold-Eagle.org, or simply contact the Certified Gold Exchange directly at 800-300-0715.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

While our nation’s short-term investors utilize gold bullion to make quick profits and hedge themselves against weekly and monthly flare-ups of inflation, gold bullion is insufficient as a long-term, secure investment. Safety-oriented investors who plan on holding their precious metals for longer than 14 months tend to stay away from gold and silver bullion, since finicky price fluctuations and the threat of government confiscation increase their potential risk of long-term loss. Long-term investors buy certified gold coins like the $20 Saint Gaudens and the $10 Lady Liberty. PCGS and NGC-certified versions of these coins are the most heavily-utilized at the moment, because many of our nation’s stock and real estate investors have lined their portfolios with these beautiful relics of American history. Various Mint State grades allow investors to choose their potential risk to reward ratio, and all of the Mint State condition US coins that were minted prior to 1933 are government non-confiscatable. Visit www.Gold-Investment.info to learn more about gold bullion confiscation and certified gold coins, or contact the Certified Gold Exchange directly to get immediate answers to your gold investing questions. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Sales this September were 7.8% lower than last year’s levels. The median sales price was $204,800 in September, and this figure is a startling 9.1% lower than last year’s same-time levels. Our recession has spurred a saving spree among American consumers throughout the last three years, and these consumers have been reluctant to use their savings to purchase real estate. Primary residence purchases as well as investment property purchases are down substantially from 2006, and over 50% of all mortgages could be underwater by 2011. The gold price has doubled since 2006, and many analysts expect the gold spot price to increase to $1500 per ounce by 2011. Investors who buy gold bars have seen the yellow metal outperform the growth in US property values. Investors who want to learn more about the gold market can visit www.GoldPrice.net to track the live gold spot price around the clock. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

People make choices to avoid pain and to gain pleasure, and the recent wave of investors who have decided to buy gold appreciate the fact that precious metals could afford them with both of these opportunities. Economists project gold to surpass $1500 per ounce next year, but the vast majority of US investors are presently thinking about their financial security rather than getting rich quickly. Our nation’s banks have sapped billions of taxpayer dollars to stay in operation, and some investors have continued to blindly invest in these failing banks. The top five US banks added $852 billion in core deposits in the last 12 months, with core deposits defined as checking and savings accounts of less than $250,000. Some investors who previously had an axe to grind because of banks’ cold lending are now glad that they were denied their requested loan, because they have utilized their available capital to buy gold. The active gold spot price is $1043.80, and investors who buy gold should visit www.GoldPrice.net for live precious metal spot prices. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The daily newspaper is not the only American tradition that is quickly fading into oblivion, thanks to the reckless actions of our government. American-made cars, newly-built houses, and rock-solid Wall Street portfolios have become the exception rather than the rule. Sickened investors have sought surrogate supplementation of their portfolios with commodities, which tend to appreciate when recessionary periods intensify. Some investors have decided to buy gold instead of oil, sugar, or livestock, because the privacy and liquidity of precious metals is unmatched. Gold was valued at $1043.60 per ounce at 1:30pm EST. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

If this trend continues, share holders in companies that are based on the new-housing sector could grow restless with their share of the dividends each quarter. Corporate leaders have voiced their concerns about our economy, but their honesty has only been rewarded with fleeing share holders. Jim Young is the CEO of Union Pacific, and he expects the economy to "limp along" until unemployment starts to fall. Many economists and government officials have warned that our national unemployment rate could continue to rise for some time. Investors who would like some balance for volatile stocks are purchasing commodities, which tend to rise in value when economic hardships arise. Investors who buy gold realize that the yellow metal could lose value once our economy improves, but the security that a physical gold investment provides now is unmatched by any paper asset, whether it is a dollar, a stock, or an ETF. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) examine and grade rare coins, which are then placed in a sonically-sealed plastic holder, which clearly displays the coin's serial number and tamper-proof hologram. These coins are liquid in over 120 countries, and they are traded on the same exchanges as gold bullion products. Some of these coins, including the Liberty Head American Eagle and the Saint Gaudens, have outpaced gold bullion's growth substantially throughout the last three years. Reputable gold exchanges deal with modern-day bullion items, as well as certified, pre-1933 American coins. Investors are encouraged to visit www.BBB.org, to check out any potential gold exchange's Better Business Bureau rating. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The active gold spot price at 1pm EST was $1062.70 on the Commodities Exchange (COMEX). This is a 0.67% increase so far today, which has baffled many close-minded blue-chip economists. Some of these economists do not respect gold as a mainstream investment, but their pride has cost many of them dearly during the last three years. The third quarter of 2009 was rather kind to stock investors, but seasoned economists such as Peter Schiff and Walter Murphy fear that recent "green shoots" will be wiped away in the upcoming months, as corporate debt compounds uncontrollably. Investors may visit www.Gold-Investment.info to learn more about how proper gold diversification may be a much-needed back-up plan for safety-oriented investors. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Approximately 47.4 million Americans lived in poverty last year, and this figure is 7 million more than the figure that our government has provided. The National Academy of Science (NSA) formula shows our national poverty rate to be 15.8%, but the government's much lower calculation of 13.2% is still quite troubling. Loopholes in the government's statistics do not account for government and medical aid, as well as a number of other key factors,so our recent census has miscalculated our nation's poor by more than 7 million. This disappointing revelation is yet another example of how our government has manipulated statistics to further its own agenda. Investors who would like to control their own financial future instead of having the government's hands in their privately held cookie jar, are encouraged to buy gold and other privately held liquid assets. Many US economists believe that gold bullion and certified coins can provide security and potential profits for diversified investors throughout the next few years. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

There are a wide variety of ways to buy gold as a cautionary measure, and the most highly recommended way is to contact a reputable precious metal exchange that has maintained an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, or a Five Star rating with Amazon Alexa. Take physical delivery of the metal if possible, because there is no substitute for the security that accompanies holding your own financial safety in the palm of your hand. The gold spot price at noon EST is $1057.40, which is a $3.60 gain today, and gold has increased 35.98% over the last 365 days. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Gold bullion is used most widely as a hedge against inflation. However, since inflationary pressures on the US dollar could increase to the point of collapsing our currency, gold bullion is typically recommended as a short-term investment. If the value of our greenback continues to wane, our government may decide to confiscate the gold bullion of private citizens, like they did 76 years ago. In 1933, a gold bullion confiscation occurred as the result of a weakening dollar that was on the verge of insolvency. To quell the international eco-political outcry, President Franklin Roosevelt backed our currency with the gold bullion of American citizens. The dollar strengthened, we emerged from the Great Depression, and the rest is history...until 1971.

In that year, President Richard Nixon removed the United States from the Gold Standard, which allowed US citizens to own gold. Unfortunately, this also allowed our leaders to print virtually as much money as they liked, and they have abused this privilege ever since. If gold is confiscated again, gold bullion investors could end up very disappointed with what they are mandatorily given for their metal, since only $50 per ounce was offered in 1933. Investors who do not want to tangle with our government or its laws are encouraged to purchase gold and silver coins that have been certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service(PCGS). These coins could be exempt from confiscation, and they are highly sought after by long-term investors. Investors who want to buy gold can visit www.PCGS.com and www.Gold-Investment.info for more information on how to ensure a wise gold investment. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Many economists fear that our nation's financial sector will not be able to stand for long, because the problems that plague our economy have grown so irretrievably knotted and intertwined. Among the large number of companies who published their third quarter earnings reports this week was Goldman Sachs, who has been one of the top performers recently. Goldman Sachs reported today that their revenue was down sharply between July-September, and their banking operations reflects a decrease in transactions. Citigroup also released their latest earnings reports today, and investors were disappointed by a Citigroup statement which confirmed that their credit losses and loan problems still remain high. If our corporate leaders are unable to resolve our current economic nightmare, our recession could deepen further. Everyone wants protection from this catastrophe, and some investors decide to buy gold as their safe-haven asset. Investors who buy gold in today's frightful financial world are encouraged to take physical delivery of their metal if possible. By taking physical delivery, the security and growth that gold could provide come in the form of an actual bar or coin, and not just a piece of paper. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The DJIA's surge did not only create an excellent selling opportunity for stock investors who were looking to liquefy those assets, it also prompted many investors to buy gold. Gold's value has been rising dramatically during the last two weeks, and new all-time records have been achieved on multiple days. Increases of $6-25 per day held some investors back from vesting further, but gold leveled off at $1064 per ounce today, so some individuals decided to supplement their current holdings. The gold price climbed as high as $1071 earlier this morning on widespread US dollar concerns, which have been growing as our recession deepens. Investors who want to buy gold for protection and profit are encouraged to speak with a gold specialist from a company that has a. A+, zero complaint rating with the Better Business Bureau, and these ratings can be checked at www.BBB.org. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Johnson & Johnson released their third quarter statistics today, and the health care products manufacturer recorded a 5% decline in retail sales during the fiscal period between July-September. This news came as a shock to shareholders, since they were expecting a 1% increase in sales during those three months. Stock investors will be paying close attention to the news wires this week, as some other technological companies like CSX and Intel are due to release their earnings reports. The figures should be somewhat positive, considering the fact that our government has earmarked $11 trillion so far for our broken economy. The ludicrous spending on our financial markets is concerning for some investors, and those who believe that our government’s reckless monetary policy will continue, may want to hedge their portfolios with a proven anti-inflation asset. Precious metals fit this bill, and some investors who want a physical liquid asset choose to buy gold. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

In addition to the lack of interest from investors to purchase mortgage-backed securities, many of the banks have refused to place their assets on the market. Mark Tenhundfeld is a senior vice president at the American Bankers Association in Washington, and he believes that US banks may opt to hold on to their sub-prime mortgage-based assets. "I hope there are sellers out there," said Tenhundfeld. "I just haven't seen any evidence that there (are)." If our government is unable to find a sufficient number of buyers for these mortgage-backed securities, profits for current shareholders could lessen or become non-existent. This would put the owners of these securities in the same situation that our banking system currently finds itself, which means that our government, whether purposefully or accidentally, is simply delaying the inevitable collapse of our nation’s banking system.

Investors who do not foresee our nation emerging from this crisis anytime soon may want to buy gold as a cautionary measure. Investors buy gold and other precious metals not as an inflation hedge, but their proven safe-haven status during tumultuous financial times can be a useful layer of security for a vulnerable portfolio. Gold is presently valued at $1057 per ounce, after briefly reaching $1060 earlier today. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has stated that our recession is “very likely” over, but many consumers are trying to deduce exactly what statistics Bernanke is basing his assessment on. Yes, our federal deficit is down…so we are only in debt $30.7 billion to ourselves. This, of course, does not take into account the trillions of dollars that the United states owes to other nations, and it certainly does not account for the billions of dollars in trust funds that our government has used as economic “sandbags.”

The Social Security Administration(SSA), the Federal Deposit Insurance Commission(FDIC), and other government agencies are facing negative account balances due to a plethora of simultaneous “snafus” in our major financial markets. These organizations are supposed to have emergency funds waiting in the wings, but these funds have been allocated to various programs and causes over the years, leaving only a room full of dusty filing cabinets full of IOUs.

Our government’s incessant ineptitude may continue, and many investors are looking for a safer way to store their wealth over the next few years. Until American investors decide that they can clearly see the light at the end this financial tunnel, economists expect that many individuals and companies will continue to buy gold and other precious metals as their preferred insurance plan. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Many of our nation’s idealistic investors believe that our economic recovery is underway, so safe-haven assets are not important to them. When our economic rebound is underway, it will clearly visible to all of us. Jobs will be created and maintained, consumer confidence will soar, and retailers will register impressive sales figures. We have seen these vague signs during the last few months, but many are unsure if this is a real recovery, or simply a government-masterminded scheme to encourage consumer spending.

If our government’s stimulus and bailout plan has barely produced any tangible results for the majority of America, what effects should we expect then the remaining funds are depleted? Will America or her citizens simply decide to dump money back into our economy, based solely on claims from government officials that we are recovering financially? Not likely.

Americans need to notice visible signs that our economic trouble is a thing of the past before consumer confidence will allow our markets to regain strength. Our government’s stimulus plan has temporarily propped up some US markets, but what will transpire after the program ends remains to be seen. Some investors refuse to wait for our lawmakers to solve this financial enigma, so they invest in privately held assets like cash and precious metals. Some individuals buy gold and silver as a last line of defense between their way of life and our deepening recession, and these investors are confident that precious metals will protect their wealth until our nation’s financial problems ease. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Many individuals who seek physical gold typically purchase gold bullion bars, because these investments are the least expensive way to own COMEX approved, physical gold. People who plan on melting the gold down for other purposes, like jewelry or art, usually buy gold bars. Gold bullion coins are another way to buy gold, and American-minted bullion coins are now available for around $1100 per ounce. These coins are recognized as a wise short-term investment, since their prices track the gold price quite closely. Other countries issue gold bullion coins as well, and many investors have built up quite a collection over the years. Individuals who consider themselves more of an investor and less of a collector, and who do not wish to day-trade their precious metals, are advised to research certified US gold coins like the $5 Indian Head, the $10 Lady Liberty, and the $20 Saint Gaudens. These coins could have the potential to outperform gold bullion for long-term investors, and they are as liquid as any other gold-based product. Gold-Investment.info contains a large index of useful information on how you can properly choose the correct way to buy gold.

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Investors appear to be sticking with the basics on Tuesday, as commodities and commodity-based ETFs produced significant profits throughout the morning and afternoon. Some investors decided to buy gold and silver because of their liquid capabilities, especially when compared to stocks and real estate. Tech securities and pharmaceutical stocks have been popular over the last four months, and some economists believe that home values have bottomed out, opening the door for real estate hawks who are ready to pounce on rock-bottom prices. Many market analysts have warned, however, that our deepening recession could repress stock and property values further. 

Dollar-denominated portfolios are considerably more risky now that multiple nations are looking at diminishing the dollar’s role in global trade. China, Russia, Japan, and France are among nations who allegedly want to replace the dollar with a handbasket of currencies. The handbasket is set to include the yen, the yuan, the euro, and even gold. Some American investors buy gold for the same reasons that other nations want to trade with gold. It is globally liquid, detached from an unfairly strong or weak economy, and many of today’s currencies (but obviously NOT the US dollar) are backed by gold. These nations apparently desire a more stable world reserve currency, and the general consensus appears to be that they do not think the United States will experience a financial recovery anytime soon. If investors within the United States and abroad continue to notice a weaker dollar, they may buy gold as a hedge against imminent inflationary pressures. Gold has historically moved against US currency, so a weaker dollar could mean a stronger gold price. Investors who want to track the price of gold are invited to www.Kitco.com and www.GoldPrice.net, where live precious metal prices are available around the clock. 

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Robert Stanley, Sr.

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Monday’s trading session blindsided many economists, who were expecting investors to buy gold much more heavily throughout the morning. “Positive” economic readings were issued by the Associated Press(AP), and skewed numbers from our government and its pawns are expected to be released throughout the week. It sometimes seems as though we are expected to believe anything that the AP, our government tells us. Savvy individuals, however, can look at our world, and easily identify that things just don’t seem right. Some of these individuals decide to buy gold because it is a privately stored asset that is readily liquid. 

Our government has foreshadowed, and virtually assured that our recovery would be a jobless one, and the latest unemployment level reading of 9.8%, has actually encouraged some of the disillusioned masses. Now, we are being told that we could see a recovery without an increase in retail sales. The holiday season is rapidly approaching, the economy is supposedly “recovering,” and government officials expect us to see declining retail sales as a good thing? By definition, a healthy economy generates jobs and income, so this logic appears tragically faulty to many individuals. Some of those who believe that our nation’s economy could be in long-term trouble are buying gold and silver, which could provide the same proven protection that it did for investors in past economic cycles. 

The current gold spot price is $1016.80, which is a $13.80 increase for the trading day. Investors who want to sell and buy gold use sites like www.Kitco.com and www.GoldPrice.net to keep up with the live gold spot price.   

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Steven D. Martin

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

A national financial emergency existed throughout our great nation in the 1970s, but it was not quelled by an intrusive intervention into the private financial markets, as President Barack Obama has authorized and executed. The present circumstances surrounding our President's actions, however, were closely paralled 30 years ago. In the 1970s, corporations nationwide were failing. Two recessions in the 1960s had eliminated a large number of jobs, and the Fed's incessantly higher key lending rate devalued bonds, and prompted a severe case of stagflation. The dollar lost 65% of its spending power, and gun-shy consumers refrained from spending. This quandry increased corporate debt and reduced profits, leaving stock returns far behind the increase of inflation. Investors who refuse to acknowledge the past could be in a vulnerable position, but investors who properly diversify by purchasing gold and silver provide a safety net for their wealth.

Investors who plan to buy gold or silver are encouraged to log on to www.GoldSilver.net, where facts and projections for both precious metal items is archived and readily avaibable. The active gold spot price at 2pm EST on Friday is $1004.20, and gold has risen $169.80 over the last 365 days. 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The US Department of Labor released the most updated unemployment figures this morning, and the harrowing numbers frightened many Wall Street executives, who fear that increased unemployment levels could hamper stocks. The Labor Department's statistics show that 551,000 individuals filed first-time claims for unemployment benefits last week, which is a 3.2% increase over the previous week. Economists in Washington called for an increase of 5,000 claims last week, but the actual weekly increase of 17,000 came as a shock to the short-sighted analysts. Government officials say that 400,000 weekly first-time claims or less would be satisfactory for the time being, but the 225,000 job losses per week that are considered normal for a healthy economy have been vastly superceded.

If investors lack confidence in the Obama administration's ability to restore the struggling job market, the stock values of numerous downsizing companies could retreat significantly. Wise investors traditionally buy gold to balance losses that are incurred by stocks. The current price to buy one ounce of Commodities Exchange(COMEX) gold is $1005.70.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

In the middle of the worst financial disaster since the Great Depression, federal and state lawmakers have been ecouraging frugality, thriftiness, and increased saving. It seems as if many of these bureaucrats readily subscribe to the Machiavellian, "do as I say and not as I do," school of policy-making. Yahoo News reported on Wednesday that Capitol Hill's annual budget will increase 5.8% this year, to a whopping $4.7 billion. The taxpayer-funded budget increase is supposedly earmarked for postcard reminders about town hall meetings, receptions for foreign dignitaries, and over $4 million is slated for private consultants and governmental aides. Local governments, businesses, and families nationwide are tightening their belts, while members of Congress are practically giving themselves a raise. Funding for House office buildings will jump a horrific 128% to a grotesque one-year figure of $84 million. Increased government spending is expected to have a compounding negative effect on consumer confidence, which has historically translated into insufficient stocks and bond values. We are seeing stocks and bondholders struggle today, since more American citizens want to control their wealth independently, without government intervention.

When investors shift from traditional markets in order to buy gold, it demonstrates a profound lack of faith in our government's ability to prevent, correct, or control our nation's economic problems. Gold is becoming more popular as a safe-haven investment, and the metal is currently valued at $1008.70 on the Commodities Exchange(COMEX) division of the New York Mercantile Exchange(NYMEX). 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

A Tuesday morning article by Scott Malone emphasizes the danger in which job seekers currently find themselves.The Reuters.com report shows that US employers are not willing to hire, even as our under-handed government makes insipid claims over an improving economy. According to a Business Roundtable survey released on Tuesday, 40% of CEOs within the United States expect to cut jobs over the next six months. Even though CEOs hope for an upswing in sales over the next six months, 35% of the executives plan to lower capital spending. "An upturn in hiring would likely lag a resumption of growth in sales by about 12 to 18 months," said Ivan Seidenberg, CEO of Verizon Communications and chairman of the Roundtable. The majority of CEOs polled expect business to remain flat over the next six months, and are proceeding with caution on their business practices. Caution is an understatement for many investors who have lost decades of growth in just a few quarters. These investors buy gold coins that have been certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service, which validates their worth as a long-term, safe-haven investment.

Certified gold coins and gold bullion investments have grown substantially since 2001, and many believe that gold could maintain a shining performance for another 10 to 15 years, if the economy continues to constrict. Information on gold and other investment-grade precious metals is yours by visiting www.Precious-Metal.org, where the 2009 Precious Metals Insider's Guide is available for household and institutional investors alike. 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Last week's Group of 20(G20) Summit in Pittsburgh, PA, brought together leaders from 20 of the world's rich and developing countries, and the two-day conference was intended to produce a variety of fresh ideas for economic improvement. One of the ideas that was thrown around was the removal of the US Dollar as world reserve currency. China verbalized this suggestion over three months ago, and more nations are now following suit. "The United States would be mistaken to take for granted the dollar's place as the world's predominant reserve currency," Zoellick said. "Looking forward, there will increasingly be other options." China and European nations such as Germany and France spent much of the latest G20 Summit chastising the United States for her monetary policies. These policies include an $11 trillion bailout that is devaluing US cash worldwide. Historically, a nation's investors choose to buy gold as an inflation hedge when that nation's currency slips, and our Dollar currently epitomizes that scenario.

Investors who are searching for the best way to buy gold should visit www.GoldPrice.net, which carries active gold spot prices 24/7, along with facts and figures on a wide variety of gold investments. The gold price at 4:30pm EST is $992. Gold is up 3.6% in the last 30 days, and analysts at the Wall Street Journal believe that gold could reach $1400 levels by this time in 2010.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The active Group of 20(G20) Summit continues in Pittsburgh today, and world leaders from the 20 both great and developing nations are trying to decide what to do about the world economy, with special emphasis placed on the United States financial system. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner told reporters, "We are not going to walk away from the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression and leave unchanged and leave in place the tragic vulnerabilities that caused this crisis." Many consumers are upset that the government is hyping a recovery during times when almost 600,000 people per week are losing their jobs. Fear over what exactly the government plans to do is shocking many markets in a negative way. The value of gold bullion was repressed today because of the G20 Summit, and many feel that a second US gold confiscation will be discussed as an option that could give US currency more market leverage. The first US gold confiscation frustrated many gold bullion holders, who were paid a measly $50 per ounce for their metal, and faithful patriotism.

Investors who would like to know more about how a possible gold confiscation could affect their gold bullion holdings should log on to www.gold-bullion.org. Those who would like to enter the gold market should be aware of the risks and rewards that gold bullion and certified gold coins do carry. Gold's active spot price at 11:30am EST on Friday is $992.70, which is a 0.2% loss today. 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

US retirement accounts have lost over 35% of their value in the last year, and that figure moves to almost 60% during the last two years. President Barack Obama has addressed the problem of shrinking retirement funds by word, but he has yet to commit to any deeds that could help those considering a future retirement. Many fear that the generation that is currently close to retirement may never get to see any retirement spoils. Sad stories of individuals coming out of retirement just to make ends meet are common, and even those who worked for decades are suffering from home foreclosures and lost pensions. Investors who buy gold give themselves power by investing in an outrightly-owned asset that can be delivered to them in lieu of cash when mandatory withdrawls begin. Bullion items such as Johnson-Matthey bars and Canadian Maple Leaf coins are suitable for IRAs, as well as government non-confiscatible coins like the silver and gold American Eagle Proof.

Investors who would like to know more about gold and silver-backed IRAs should visit www.sterlingtrustcompany.com. Sterling Trust and Goldstar Trust are the two companies authorized to store precious metals for IRAs and 401Ks. The gold spot price at 6pm EST is $994.70, which is a movement of $10.70 from opening values. 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Ben Bernanke and the rest of the "financial experts" at the Federal Reserve are now slowing the aid given to the housing market, and some analysts believe that another housing bust could occur because of the delicate situation that the market is in. There have been talks of raising interest rates, which could catalyze the onset of hyper-inflation that so many economists fear. The Fed has held interest rates down for so long that many believe that they will be forced to raise them soon in order to raise capital. The decrease in aid to the housing market could stop up the flow of home purchases that have been made recently, and many fear that these new homeowners could fall into default or foreclosure if the economy worsens. Job losses are a growing fear for employees who have witnessed 7 million people lose their jobs in 2009. Many believe that the government is being too optimistic about an economy that resembles the conditions of the 1930s and 1970s.

As investors buy gold for safety and potential profit, the price could rise due to increased demand. The current US financial mess is enough for economists to make some bold projections about gold. Experts at the Wall Street Journal recently reported that gold could approach $1100 levels before the end of the year if current financial trends continue. Spot prices for trading gold, silver, and platinum are available 24/7 at www.GoldPrice.net. 

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

The bill takes issue with the 26-week period of benefits that laid-off workers are eligible for, and McDermott wants that number raised to 39. This is a 50% increase in the amount that the jobless can receive, and critics of the bill say that it is pointless to extend benefits for another three months, when even less jobs could be available. Some have also said that giving the jobless more money to do nothing for a longer period of time could be counterproductive for those who want to get the US economy back on track. Precious metals like gold are projected to continue their rise in value as unemployment levels and job losses grow, and as more Americans buy gold to protect themselves, their families, and their portfolios.

The current gold spot price as listed on www.kitco.com and www.goldprice.net is $1016.60. This is a 7.88% increase over the last 30 days. The gold spot price fluctuates constantly, and knowing how and when to sell and buy gold can sometimes be tricky for those who are new to the market. Visit www.gold-investment.info for free information on successful precious metals trading.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Analysts are worried that the recent surge in stock markets, a surge that has only been seen six times in the last century, could have been vastly overdone, which could create a major pullback in the not-too-distant future. E.S. Browning of the Wall Street Journal points out that all of the previous similar stock rallies occurred in the 1930s and 1970s, decades that have been compared with our current fiscal situation time and time again. These decades saw many promising "green-shoots," but stock investors who stayed in only won frustration and red numbers. As the desicion to buy gold becomes more popular, we could see a rapid decline in stocks and other non-liquid assets, such as real estate. At the same time, increasing inflationary pressures added by the Bernanke Fed could devalue American currency to the breaking point, which could mean record-high numbers for those who decide to buy gold.

One ounce of COMEX gold, which is traded on the New York Mercantile Exchange, is currently valued at $1001.70. Investors who buy gold either buy bars and coins that are based on the active spot price, or they buy gold coins that have numismatic value. If you are interested in finding out what type of gold is right for your diversification program, visit www.gold-investment.info.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

PCGS and NGC certified Saint Gaudens gold coins are a particularly hot stocking-stuffer right now, and the replica, the modern-day American gold Eagle, is being purchased by some gift-givers as well. Many people who used to buy gold jewelry for loved ones are now choosing a different form of the yellow metal, and American gold coinage is expected to see a significant rise in price as December approaches. Stocks and bonds fell on Friday, as corporate news was mostly bleak. Oil and the US Dollar are also slightly down this afternoon, as many investors feel that the rally earlier in the week was overdone. Overseas markets in Britian, Germany, and France are all slightly profitable today, as most US markets continue to shrink at a faster pace than the world economy.

People who want to buy gold as a gift or for an investment can contact a reputable gold dealer. Individuals are encouraged to take delivery of their gold if possible, and to always deal with a gold exchange that carries gold bullion and certified coins, so no salesman's agenda gets in the way of a smart purchase. The active spot price to buy gold is $1012.40. Gold is up $69.90 in the last 30 days and $159 in the last 365 days. To view graphs of gold's historical movement, visit www.amark.com or www.goldprice.net.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Economists like Joshua Shapiro at MFR, Inc. believe that the economy's healing process is going to be very slow. A decade or more could be needed to pull the United States out of the current fiscal mess that is affecting consumers everywhere. Reuters.com reports that Wall Street economists expected a rise in the number of individuals that filed first-time claims for unemployment. The most recent numbers from the Department of Labor show that an average of 563,000 people per week are asking for unemployment insurance for the first time. Unemployment levels and tight credit are expected to hurt real estate and stock markets, while the number of investors who buy gold for a back-up plan is expected to rise dramatically, as it has been doing since 2001.

The gold spot price remained at opening levels during Thursday morning trading. Gold selling on the New York Mercantile Exchange is valued at $1017.50, which is $0.80 below the day's opening ask price. Investors are buying gold becauase it is up 8.36% in the last month and 17.80% in the last 365 days. Many market analysts expect gold to shoot past record levels before the holiday season gets underway.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Foreign markets are not only putting US bonds and stocks on the back-burner, the residential housing market is also waging a war against foreign reluctance to buy homes. Although housing markets around the nation have lost 25% or more of their value, foreign buyers evidently believe that real estate could drop significantly more. Many investos who are purchasing real estate are deciding to pay cash for the properties, which is a way to decrease household debt and decrease the risk of holding large amounts of US currency. Economists believe that the next few years could see more investors paying cash for real estate, and the number of investors who buy gold is also expected to increase since precious metals are outrightly owned and easily liquid.

Early afternoon trading saw the gold market rise 1% as of 1pm EST on Tuesday, with the asking price for one ounce of COMEX gold standing at $1018. Investors who buy gold pay a premium for gold bullion items that is generally based on the current spot price, while pre-1933 US rare gold coins carry a numismatic premium that historically grows along with the inherent precious metal value. Government non-recallable gold and silver and bullion spot prices can be tracked live at www.PCGS.com www.goldprice.net.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Investors eyed a number of factors while playing the market today, including the outcome of Monday's hearing between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Bank of America. Federal Judge Jed Rakoff threw out the settlement between the SEC and the Bank of America, saying it reflected a cynical relationship between the parties that would only hurt the shareholder and the revealing of the truth. Many large financial institutions have taken heat in recent months for their risky, largely unregulated financial practices, and Judge Rakoff's ruling tells many investors that even the SEC cannot be trusted to do the right thing. If the organization that is supposed to regulate and uphold market standards is making deals with the devil, or in this case, Bank of America, who can we trust? Many investors only trust themselves, and they shift funds into private, liquid assets like gold. In a world where the US government allows corporations to run the United States into the ground financially and then reward those companies with trojan horses that hurt consumers, gold is the common-sense solution for many households around the United States.

Gold is trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange at $1001 on Tuesday morning at 11am EST. COMEX gold is up $0.40 for the trading session, after falling as low as $992 earlier in the day. Investors who are looking to buy or sell gold can track the live gold spot price at www.goldprice.net.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Stocks posted five straight days of gains last week, while the US Dollar dropped to new 2009 lows against other major currencies like the euro and the yen. Monday, the Dollar was able to halt the downhill slide. Stock investors are hoping president Obama will uphold the new tariffs on tires imported from China, as higher tariffs could mean more business for US-based companies. This would be preferable for US companies that have taken major hits in the last fiscal year, including Bank of America, which is down 2% for the trading day. The Fed reported last week that commerical real estate markets throughout the nation are dragging behind similar markets in other countries. The Obama administration has avoided the brunt of the blame for the current US financial crisis, although Mr. Obama did acknowledge that we are in a "difficult economic environment" and he admitted that "people are feeling anxious."

The anxiety that many people are feeling is due to their shrinking retirement accounts and shrinking household income, while inflation raises the price of food, oil, and other commodities that people use to live. Gold, a commodity traditionally used as a back-up plan during unsure economic periods, has been going up since 2001 when it reached a 25-year low of $252. Investors who buy gold hope that as inflation increases, gold will continue to trend upwards if mainstream investments underperform or fail to perform. The current gold spot price, which can be tracked live at goldprice.net, is $1000.80, which translates into a 0.5% daily loss and a 5.5% gain in the past 30 days. On today's date in 2008, gold was trading at $767, which means a 365 day gain of 30.8% for the yellow metal.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Commodities like gold and silver, which tend to stay flat or lose value when a healthy economy is present, are projected to surpass record highs. Market experts like Walter Murphy at Merrill Lynch expect the government to purposefully devalue the dollar in order to make US debt more affordable. This could drive investorz to buy gold bullion and certified gold coins, with many projections stating that the spot price of gold could break historical highs of $1033 before the end of 2009. Many economists expect a slow holiday season, with a large percentage of households choosing to invest in safe haven assets instead of cookies and milk for Santa Claus. In addition to the deepening recession, investors with retirement accounts are influencing the gold price by converting stocks and cash accounts to gold backed IRAs. These investors have had to bear the burden of an average 35% loss in their retirement accouns over the last year. These factors have put many expert projections for gold at $1400 per ounce by the end of 2010, which could mean a 39% price increase over today's levels.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Investors who want to buy gold are encouraged to do thorough research before choosing the type of gold or the gold dealer. Many commodities brokers recommend a bullion purchase be made if the investor plans on holding for a time period between 1 and 14 months, and is looking for the cheapest way to get physical gold. If the gold is to be held longer than 14 months and the investor is looking for a private asset that historically was not recalled by the government, certified rare coins should be considered.

The gold spot price remained at $993.40 during trading at 12:00 EST. This is the same as the ask price at the day's opening. PCGS certified coins are up an average of 1.8% today, due to a large bullion sell-off by three large financial institutions. Most markets remained relatively flat throughout the day, while investors wrestled with a mountain of mixed data that came from the Fed's quarterly assessment of the US economy.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Analysts are reporting that more people are shifting funds out of traditional investments in order to sell and buy gold because of fear of the worsening recession. There are a large number of individuals who have never ventured outside of the stock or real estate markets, and these investors are trying to learn how to sell and buy gold. Many investors expect the dollar to lose a significant percentage of its value over the next two years due to overprinting, and added to that is the distrust of the Federal Reserve that a large number of people feel. These factors combined to drive up the price of gold yesterday, even after some short-term investors left the market after gold hit $1000 per ounce early in the morning. Gold is down 0.45% for the day and it is up 24.38% in the past 365 days, as many financial institutions as well as household investors sell and buy gold.

Many market experts agree that if the economy is able to regain health, gold could lose value or stay flat. However, a large number of investors who have been unsatisfied with underperforming investments both inside and outside of their retirement accounts continue to sell and buy gold without hesitation. As seasoned commodities investors and those new to precious metals continue to shift funds into the gold market and away from more risky ventures, gold analysts believe that the upward trend that gold has experienced since 2001 will continue. If you are interested in learning how to sell and buy gold for protection and profit, take advantage of the offer at certifiedgoldexchange.com and grab your free Insider's Guide to Gold Investing.

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John Halloran

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Once you have found the ideal gold dealer, it is then time to fully learn how to buy gold bullion cheap by speaking with market experts that offer you live prices on their most popular bars and coins. Remember that bullion coins typically hold higher premiums than bars because of their added government minting fees. Also, don&rsquot forget that smaller local dealers typically charge higher premiums due to their lower sales volume, while larger nationwide dealers typically charge lower premiums due to their higher sales volume. Learn more about bullion by exploring my website or by visiting www.Gold-Bullion.org for further information on investing with one of history&rsquos most preservative precious metals.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Just like with any other investment, the best time to buy gold is when the metal’s price is lower than usual, that way you could potentially profit if the spot price increases. This is commonly referred to as “technical trading,” and it involves you keeping a close eye on the spot price along with external economic factors including the United States Dollar and vital financial data. Track the spot price by visiting live websites such as www.GoldPrice.net and www.Kitco.com. Although technical trading could be a bit confusing at first, you could learn it significantly faster with a market expert by your side. If you are still asking yourself “when is the best time to buy gold,” feel free to explore my website or contact me today.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Reputability is the cornerstone of the gold industry, thus when learning how to buy gold bullion it’s very important that you deal directly with a reputable precious metal exchange that can offer everything that you need and more. There are literally hundreds of different exchanges scatter around the United States, yet only a handful of them can offer you useful advice and competitive prices on the bars and coins that you seek. One of the best ways to research reputability is by using the Better Business Bureau website (www.BBB.org). You may want to begin researching companies like the Certified Gold Exchange (www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com) that holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, or try visiting reputable websites like www.Gold-Investment.info for detailed product breakdowns and investor strategies.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Investing with the $20 Saint Gaudens coins has become quite popular since 2001 as the gold spot price has increased exponentially, thus driving safe haven investors to enter this exclusive market. Typically, most investors stick with rare coins between the Mint State Gradings of MS-61 through MS-66 in order to prevent paying a large premium for condition. These are called “investment-grade” certified rare coins because they are widely traded on the open market as opposed to the significantly rarer and more valuable coins. If you would like to learn more about these numismatic masterpieces, try researching reputable websites like www.Rare-Coin.org and www.Gold-Investment.info.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

If you feel that gold coin investing could be your ultimate safe haven tool, it is then time to find a reputable precious metal exchange that can help you meet your goals by offering you competitive prices and tactical assistance. Reputability is the cornerstone of the gold industry, and that’s why it’s very important that you background check every dealer that you find by using the Better Business Bureau (www.BBB.org). Companies like the Certified Gold Exchange (www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com) hold flawless A+ ratings with the Better Business Bureau, thus making them one of the leading North American precious metal dealers.

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John Halloran

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Tracking the spot price of gold is as easy as logging on to reputable updated websites like www.GoldPrice.net and www.Kitco.com. These websites can show you live precious metal spot prices, yet remember that the numbers that you see on these charts and graphs are not the actual prices that you will pay for your bars or coins because typically, bars and coins hold their own distinct premiums depending on their quality, size and condition. In order to find the prices of your favorite bars and coins, simply contact the Certified Gold Exchange or myself directly by visiting www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Beginning safe investments with gold needs to be taken one step at a time, and you should begin by fully analyzing your investing portfolio. Do you seek a short-term profit tool or a long-term wealth preservation tool? You want to thoroughly research the gold market in order to find the bars and coins that could help you meet your investment goals. Typically, short-term profit seeking investors purchase bullion bars and coins while long-term preservation seeking investors purchase certified rare coins. If you would like to learn more about this diverse market, feel free to browse my website or visit www.Gold-Investment.info and www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Learning how to buy gold is as easy as conducting some general research on precious metals and then working hand-in-hand with an expert advisor that could lead you on the path to success. Two heads are always better than one, especially in this expansive market that fluctuates on a daily basis dependent on several economic factors. Just like with any other investment, gold may not be right for everyone, yet if you seek a safe haven asset that has proven its wealth preservation potential in the past, then this market may be right for you. Feel free to browse my website or contact me today for further information and tactical investor strategies.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

When deciding to purchase certified gold coins, one of the most important steps that you should take is fully evaluating your investing portfolio by working hand-in-hand with a reputable and honest gold expert. As you may already know, there are literally hundreds of different precious metal exchanges around the nation, yet only a handful of them will go out of their way in order to help you meet your investment goals. Companies like the Certified Gold Exchange (www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com) are well known for their competitive pricing and useful investor assistance. Feel free to browse my website for more information on investing with certified gold coins and other popular precious metal products.

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John Halloran

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Investing with certified gold coins is usually done by long-term wealth preservation seeking investors who want to hold their coins for more than 14 months and preferably more than three years in order to potentially benefit from an increasing gold spot price that has shown impressive upward movement since the turn of the millennium. If you are a long-term wealth preservation seeking investor, then you may want to begin researching this exclusive market by visiting reputable websites like www.Rare-Coin.org and www.Gold-Investment.info. Research is very important if you seek to maximize profit and preservation potential because there are several different factors that could affect the overall success of your diversification, and it always helps if you fully understand them.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

One of the most important steps that you should take when looking to purchase certified coins is fully background checking different dealers in order to find the one that can help you meet your goals and needs best. There are literally hundreds of different certified coin dealers available, and only a few of them are honest and reliable, thus it helps that you background check respective companies by using resources such as the Better Business Bureau (www.BBB.org). Companies like the Certified Gold Exchange (www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com) hold A+ ratings with the Better Business Bureau, and these are the types of companies that you should look for if you seek to maximize investment potential in this exclusive market.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Investing with certified coins is best reserved for those who seek long-term wealth preservation because these unique diversifications tend to thrive in investment portfolios when held longer than 14 months. For example, if you owned a $20 Saint Gaudens from 2001 through 2008, you could have made more than 320% on your initial investment. As you can see, the long-term potential with these coins could be impressive, and that is why so many wise Americans are turning to certified metals as opposed to bullion that is considered to be significantly more volatile as a long-term investment. If you are looking to diversify into this exclusive market, I recommend that you fully research reputable websites like www.Rare-Coin.org and www.Gold-Investment.info for detailed product breakdowns and useful strategies that could help you maximize investing potential.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Beginning gold investments can be relatively easy as long as you have a good understanding of what you seek from your diversifications. This diverse market can be split into two major categories, short-term profit takers and long-term wealth preservation seekers. In order to maximize your investing potential, it’s very important that you diversify with the right products, and that is why I recommend that investors work hand-in-hand with a market expert in order to better understand the ins and outs of gold. If you seek more information on beginning an investment, feel free to browse my website or visit a few of the recommended websites like www.Gold-Investment.info and www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Before deciding to make a gold diversification, it’s very important that you understand what you seek from the precious metal market. If you seek short-term profit, bullion products may be right for you, yet if you seek long-term wealth preservation, certified rare coins may be right for you. Working side-by-side with a reputable gold exchange is very important if you seek strategic advice and competitive pricing on the most popular bars and coins. There are many different factors that can affect the price that you pay when making your diversification, thus it always helps to know that you’re working with a company that gives you some of the best pricing available. If you seek more information on this diverse and elaborate market, feel free to utilize the resources available to you on my website, and don’t forget to visit other leading websites such as www.Gold-Investment.info and www.CertifiedGoldExchange.com.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org

Just like with any other investment, investing with gold bullion bars may not be right for everyone, and typically the types of investors that diversify successfully with them are those who seek short-term profit from the precious metal market. This is because bullion products hold low premiums above the spot price of gold, which in turn makes it easier for investors to purchase and sell quickly in order to make short-term profit. Some of the most popular investor choices are the Credit Suisse, Pamp Suisse and Johnson Matthey bars. If you seek further information about these popular safe haven diversifications, feel free to browse my website or visit other reputable websites like www.Gold-Bullion.org.

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John Halloran

Senior Gold Specialist - Buy-Gold.org