Guide
How to Buy Precious Metals
New to precious metals investing? This step-by-step guide walks you through how to buy gold and silver safely — from choosing a dealer to taking delivery.
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Everything you need to know before buying gold or silver — from finding a trusted dealer and understanding premiums to authenticating what you receive.
Dealers
How to Find a Reputable Dealer
Learn how to identify trustworthy precious metals dealers, what red flags to watch for, and the key questions to ask before making your first purchase.
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Online
Buying Gold Online
Buying gold online is safe when you know what to look for. Learn how to vet online dealers, choose payment methods, and protect yourself from common scams.
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Pricing
Understanding Premiums Over Spot
Spot price is just the starting point. Learn what precious metals premiums are, why they vary, and how to minimize what you pay above melt value.
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Comparison
Bullion Bars vs. Coins
Should you buy gold bars or coins? Compare premiums, liquidity, storage, and IRA eligibility to choose the right precious metals product for your needs.
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Strategy
Dollar-Cost Averaging
Dollar-cost averaging removes the stress of market timing. Learn how to apply this strategy to gold and silver purchases to build your position steadily over time.
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Timing
When Is the Best Time to Buy?
Is there a best time to buy precious metals? We examine seasonal patterns, macroeconomic signals, and the most reliable strategies most investors actually use.
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Authentication
How to Authenticate Precious Metals
Counterfeit gold and silver exist. Learn the tests professionals use to verify precious metals authenticity — from simple home checks to definitive laboratory methods.
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Selling
How to Sell Precious Metals
Ready to sell your gold or silver? Learn where to sell, how to time your sale, what documentation you need, and how to avoid low-ball buyback offers.
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