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- Government Mints and Private Mints
January 10, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
When buying precious metals, whether it is coins, bars or rounds, it is important to understand the differences between government mints and private mints. Here, we will outline their key differences.
- Physical or "Paper" Gold and Silver?
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Investors today have a lot of choices when it comes to investing in precious metals. Gold or silver backed ETFs, gold or silver mining stocks and certificates are just a few of the choices available. We believe that owning physical, tangible precious metals is the best way to go. This guide will outline some of the key differences between these investment choices, and why physical ownership may be beneficial.
- The Gold to Silver Ratio
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The gold to silver ratio has been used for a long time. This ratio tells one how much silver it takes to buy one ounce of gold. For example, if the gold/silver ration is 50:1, then takes 50 ounces of silver to buy one ounce of gold. Considered by many as a benchmark for the relationship between the metals, here we examine why this has come to be.
- Do Other Markets Affect Gold?
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Gold prices are a result of current supply and demand. The gold market is in a constant state of flux as price discovery takes place. That being said, there are a number of outside markets that can affect the price of gold. Here we will discuss some of these key outside markets…
- Getting the Most Metal for Your Dollar
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
For many precious metals investors, the goal is simple: Acquire as many ounces of gold, silver, platinum or palladium as possible. Needless to say, buying numismatic or collector coins is not going to help one accomplish this goal. Here are some simple tips to help you acquire more ounces of gold or silver and to make your precious metals investment dollars work harder for you.
- Graded Coins
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Coins that have undergone a thorough inspection process by a major grading service are referred to as certified or graded coins. While coin grading may seem unnecessary to some, this process can allow one to buy with confidence in a coin’s authenticity, condition and market value. Graded coins carry higher premiums than non-graded coins, but for many this additional premium is worth the peace of mind that comes with a certified coin.
- Precious Metals and Inflation
January 9, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The term inflation refers to a sustained increase in the price of goods and services. In other words, things are getting more expensive. As goods and services get more expensive, a unit of currency will not buy as much of them. For example, as gasoline prices go up, every dollar buys less gas. As the price of a loaf of bread rises, every dollar buys less bread.
- Precious Metals and Portfolio Diversification
January 7, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Diversification is a term many have heard, but few understand. Without getting into any fancy definitions, diversification is a way to try and improve returns for your level of risk. What does that mean? Well, it means that one can construct a portfolio based on numerous factors such as one’s age, time horizon and volatility tolerance. In order to try and maintain one’s level of risk, a mixed portfolio of various asset classes may be used.
- The Gold Dollar
January 7, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The relationship between gold and the U.S. dollar is an important one. Understanding this relationship can be advantageous when it comes to making investment decisions.
- What Determines the Spot Price?
January 7, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
The spot gold price is in a constant state of flux. The price of gold may experience quiet periods as well as volatile periods in which large swings in price may be seen. That being said, there are a number of factors that may potentially influence gold prices.
- Which Precious Metals Should I Buy?
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
A common question among those new to investing in precious metals is what exactly to purchase. The reality is that there is no one size fits all when it comes to buying physical gold, silver or other precious metals. Here we will provide a quick guide, however, to help you decide what products may be best for your needs. Please keep in mind that no investment advice is being given or implied.
- Why Buy Gold Online?
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
One common question gold investors may face is whether to buy their gold or precious metals from a local bullion or coin dealer or buy from an online precious metals dealer. The fact is that buying precious metals online can have a number of advantages. This short guide will outline why buying your gold online may be a better deal.
- Bullion Coins versus Numismatics
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
Many people who are new to buying gold, silver and other precious metals fail to grasp the differences between bullion coins and numismatic coins. These two coin types are in fact very different, and may be used for different purposes. Here we will outline both bullion coins and numismatics, and discuss the differences between the two. Having a thorough understanding of these differences may help you buy the coins that are most suitable for your needs.
- Buying Precious Metals in an IRA
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
For U.S. customers, buying physical precious metals within an IRA account may be important. An IRA account provides investors with a way to acquire certain precious metals on a tax-deferred or after tax basis. If you are interested in purchasing precious metals for your IRA account, there are a number of rules and strict guidelines that must be adhered to. For any questions on IRA eligibility or tax related matters, please consult your tax professional. Here we will outline some of the basic guidelines, but nothing contained in this guide should be considered tax advice.
- Coins versus Rounds versus Bars
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
One has many different choices to make when buying precious metals. There are thousands of coin and bullion products to choose from, and these different products come in various forms including coins, bullion bars, and rounds. Here we will discuss each type of product, and discuss any pros or cons of each.
- Common Gold Scams to Avoid
January 6, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
There are many excellent precious metals retailers today that sell coin and bullion products to customers. As with any other type of business, however, there are some dealers that may not have their customer’s best interest at heart. Here we will discuss some common ways one may be taken advantage of when buying precious metals, and how to avoid them.
- Are Gold Certificates the Same as Owning Gold?
January 2, 2016 · Border Gold Corp.
When looking to invest in gold, silver or other precious metals, people face a variety of choices. You can buy gold or silver based ETFs, mining stocks, precious metals certificates, or coins, bars and rounds.
- Dollar, Debt, and Politics
December 14, 2015 · Border Gold Corp.
Like a rock tumbling down hill, oil prices have broken 40 dollars per barrel and sustained their downward momentum. Bearish reports ranging from the outcome of the OPEC meeting in Vienna over a week ago to supply outlooks from the International Energy Agency continue to weigh on the global crude market and have further dampening effects on global financial markets.
- Divergence and the Dollar
December 5, 2015 · Border Gold Corp.
This past week in the markets set the scene for a diverging picture in terms of monetary policy in the United States versus the reset of the world. Through speeches and congressional testimony, US Fed Chair Janet Yellen made clear that a December rate hike remains on the table as the US Federal Reserve looks to lift off of rock bottom interest rates on December the 16th.
- The Next Phase
November 8, 2015 · Border Gold Corp.
A lot is being made of remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen earlier this week and the likelihood of the Federal Reserve raising rates as early as December. This is because, all else being equal, the US economy no longer warrants emergency level interest rates. Fridays US jobs report added further evidence to this, and that in fact the lame payroll numbers of August and September look more to be anomalies than a slowdown of the US economy, which was immediately impacted by economic instability in Asia.