Learn More About Physical Precious Metals With Precious-Metal.org

November 20, 2009 – Instead of investing in volatile stocks, worthless bonds, or quickly devaluing real estate, many investors have simply stuck with the conservative route and stored their wealth in cash accounts. However, many banks are failing to offer decent rates at the moment, in both savings and CD accounts. In addition to the weak interest rates, many investors are worried that our dollar could collapse completely so they have sought alternative ways to stash away their nest egg. If the dollar meets its demise, then dollar-backed assets could instantly drop to a value of zero, and the hard assets that have always historically held value for people will once again reign supreme.

Gold has held value for humanity for over 5000 years, and it historically becomes more valuable when financial calamity strikes. Some investors have opted to store their wealth in precious metals stocks or derivatives, but physical precious metals are true safe-haven assets in times of economic uncertainty.

You could make some tidy profits with mining stocks, ETFs, and pool accounts, but physical precious metals will be true protection if everything does fall apart financially. By owning physical gold and/or silver, you can combat the dollar’s decline and protect your monetary independence.

By investing 20-30% of your portfolio into physical precious metals, you will give yourself a hedge that was historically successful in offsetting losses in your remaining asset classes. Investors who only desire short-term protection from inflation have historically done better financially with bullion, and investors who plan on a holding period of a year or more should give consideration to historic US coins that are commonly traded, like the $20 Saint Gaudens and the $20 Lady Liberty. Give us a call or email us to request your free, customized information on precious metal investing. 

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Danny Burns

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