How Counterparty Risk Arises Based on How & Where You Store Your Coins
How Counterparty Risk Arises Based on How & Where You Store Your Coins A few months back, we addressed the FTX collapse and the issue of counterparty risk. We covered a number of topics, including details on the FTX situation, various gold and gold-related investments and how and where to store coins and bullion. It […]
How Coin Dealers Compare to Stock Brokers & Financial Planners
How Coin Dealers Compare to Stock Brokers & Financial Planners In the world of investing, there are basically three different levels of service that are available to the general public. For folks that are well versed in stocks, portfolio diversification and investment strategies, they may only need the services of a discount broker, such as […]
Why Your Coin Dealer May be Less Likely to Purchase Some of Your Items
Why Your Coin Dealer May be Less Likely to Purchase Some of Your Items The coin and bullion industry is cyclical like most other industries. For coin dealers and collectors, there are times when certain items are in high demand and others when they are not. Additionally, at times, individuals may be interested in liquidating […]
Why Keeping Your Certified Coin Holders in Good Shape is Important
Why Keeping Your Certified Coin Holders in Good Shape is Important We regularly purchase certified or professionally graded coins that have holders or cases in varying degrees of condition. Some were kept pristine in NGC or PCGS holders, in custom foam cases or individual wood boxes while others have clearly been mistreated. In today’s tip […]
Don’t Be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish When it Comes to Coin Appraisals
Don’t Be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish When it Comes to Coin Appraisals As a high-volume coin dealer, we frequently receive requests for coin appraisals. In many cases, folks ask if they can just bring their items in to see if any of their coins have value. While we would love to accommodate everyone […]
How to Avoid Paralysis by Analysis When Buying Coins and Bullion
Avoid Paralysis by Analysis When it Comes to Buying Coins and Bullion We recently met with a gentleman that is new to investing in coins and bullion. He was referred to us by a long-time customer, which always helps, as there’s a level of trust inherently built in. We discussed some of the lower premium […]
