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Physical or “Paper” Gold and Silver?

January 10, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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The Gold to Silver Ratio

January 9, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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Do Other Markets Affect Gold?

January 9, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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:

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Getting the Most Metal for Your Dollar

January 9, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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Graded Coins

January 9, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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Precious Metals and Inflation

January 9, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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Precious Metals and Portfolio Diversification

January 7, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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The Gold Dollar

January 7, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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What Determines the Spot Price?

January 7, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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Which Precious Metals Should I Buy?

January 7, 2016 Posts by : Border Gold Corp. Commentary And Resources, Investor Resources

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.

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