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What is Silver Bullion?

March 2, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Silver

If you’re interested in an investment that has a history of maintaining its value and even growing in value in even the shakiest of economic conditions, consider precious metals. Gold and silver are appealing to many investors for their liquidity and global worth. When investing in precious metals, one option is the purchase of bullion.

Experts Say Gold is Poised for a Breakout in 2016

February 23, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Gold

Several highly respected precious metals analysts and industry insiders feel that now is the time to buy gold. With a global economy on shaky ground, recent volatility in the securities markets, and a stagnant growth rate among several developing nations, there isn’t much evidence of the type of global economic growth performance that would normally

What is Gold Bullion?

February 19, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Gold

Bullion is the term used to describe bulk precious metals, which are commonly-held commodities. Typically, bullion is in bar form although it does also come in coins. Gold bullion is strictly regulated; EU standards state that gold bars must be no less than 99.5 percent pure, while coins must meet a purity standard of at

Calculate How Much Money You’ll Need in Retirement

February 18, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Retirement

Saving for retirement with a gold IRA is one of the shrewdest financial decisions you can make for a comfortable future. Gold and other precious metals have a stabilizing effect on your portfolio and can help ensure a secure retirement free from monetary worries. But how much wealth do you actually need to build so

Russia and China want the Dollar Replaced as the “World’s Currency”

February 12, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Currency

It’s no secret that Russia and China want the Dollar replaced as the “World’s Currency” in the worst way possible, and really, who could blame them? US stewardship of its currency since moving off the Gold Standard has been nothing short of an abomination and complete breach of fiduciary responsibility. Why Do China & Russia

Spotlight: American Eagle Gold Coins

February 11, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Coins

People who are new to gold investing often wish to start small and play it safe until they get a better feel for the precious metals market. For these folks and others wishing to make conservative investments, American Eagle gold coins are an excellent option. American Eagle gold coins were first produced by the government

Stock Market Fear Drives Gold Investors

February 5, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Gold Investing

Gold has long been considered a safe haven for investment dollars when the stock market is under-performing or in steady decline. This typically leads to an increase in the spot price of gold as stock values fall, an inverse relationship that can clearly be seen when reviewing historical data. Most recently, gold prices enjoyed a

The Gold-Silver Ratio Explained

January 20, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Gold

If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of precious metals investing so you can identify more opportunities to increase your holdings and make a profit, then you’ll want to learn about the gold-silver ratio. The gold-silver ratio is, to put it quite simply, the number of ounces of silver required to purchase a single ounce

Naming the Beneficiary of Your Retirement Fund

January 14, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Retirement

Naming the beneficiary of your retirement fund is a big decision that will have far-reaching implications for family members long after you’re gone, and is therefore not something that should be undertaken lightly. Before choosing how much to bequeath and to whom, take the following pointers under advisement: You can designate more than one beneficiary

Money Moves to Make in the New Year

January 8, 2016
Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
Category: Investment

With 2015 officially in the books, it’s time to assess your current financial position, set some concrete goals for 2016, and take the action required to achieve them. While a majority of your money moves should be tailored to your unique objectives, the ones detailed below are more broadly applicable and can benefit virtually anyone.