Saturday, 2 June 2012

How And When To Invest In Gold Coins

By Tommie Newman


The world economy is doing crazy things these days. With entire European countries going bankrupt and the housing market in the US slowly regaining its footing after a huge and disastrous plummet in the last five years, knowing where to invest your hard earned money can be a difficult question to answer. For those considering investing in gold coins Los Angeles is as good a place as any to diversify your wealth. It is important to keep some things in mind when deciding how and when to invest.

The simplest answer to the question of when to invest is now. Some people wait for the 'right time' to diversify their money into different forms of wealth, only to see the means of diversification dry up or become disadvantageous when they decide that it is time. If you are thinking of fortifying your investments with gold coins, now is a good time to do so. The market is not bottle necked and gold is not scarce. Waiting for the price to drop before you buy might work, or you might end up paying more.

Some investors ask why precious metals are a good reservoir for their wealth. The answer is very simple. Gold retains its value consistently. While other forms of investment, from art to real estate to stock or bonds fluctuate depending on so many variables, the yellow metal remains a bedrock of financial security. Everyone said put your money in real estate even six years ago.

The disastrous shift in real estate value in 2008 demonstrates how any other form of investment besides gold can change based on what the market does. It is not advised that you put all of your eggs in one basket. However, investing some of your cash in the precious yellow metal is a very advisable way to protect your money.

That brings up the next question. How many of your hard earned dollars should you invest in these coins? Most experts will tell you to invest between ten and thirty percent of your wealth in this metal. Twenty percent seems to be the favored position, but anywhere between ten and thirty is considered safe.

If you are looking to invest in gold coins Los Angeles has plenty of businesses to choose from. Be sure to vet the business before you enjoin them. One hallmark of a trustworthy business is length of time in existence. You should look for a company that has been dealing in gold for at least ten years. Upwards of fifteen years is a plus. Also be sure to consult the Better Business Bureau. Look for number and resolution of complaints as well as their overall standing.




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