December 15th, 2015

Setting Up A Self-Directed Gold IRA: Retirement Investment Benefits Guide Update

MrGoldIRA - a website specializing in retirement investment resources - has released an updated guide to the benefits of starting a self-directed gold individual retirement account (IRA).

The report includes an overview of how these investment vehicles operate and offers guidance to those considering opening a precious metal IRA. The release responds to a resurgence of interest in gold investment in recent years as savers search for ways to protect their retirement pots from the effects of inflation and an unstable economy.

More details can be found at https://mrgoldira.com/start-a-self-directing-gold-ira-5-benefits-of-self-directed-iras/

Gold IRAs, the guide explains, are relatively easy to set up and manage and offer the same tax advantages as portfolios with standard currency stocks and bonds. The piece points to IRS data that suggests almost half of Americans have some form of gold IRA account but many are unaware that their retirement plans have access to precious metal opportunities with others put off by a lack of knowledge as to how they operate.

MrGoldIRA cautions that while physical gold is seen as a 'safe haven' for investors, it is not immune to price fluctuations, and investing in any form of precious metal comes with a degree of risk. Another aspect of gold IRAs worthy of consideration is that the investments within these are not protected by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) which could mean partial or complete losses for those whose banks or holding companies end up going bankrupt.

According to the guide, retirement savers can choose between a traditional-style gold IRA or a Roth version with each offering a different tax structure. Roth IRA contributions are made with after-tax monies while traditional ones are taxed upon withdrawal.

The guide states, “If you're looking for ways to invest your money without being tied down to any particular investment strategy, self-directed IRAs are a great option. They offer many of the same tax advantages as traditional IRAs but with the added flexibility of choosing investments that match your own personal preferences. And since they aren't managed by a third party, there's nothing stopping you from taking advantage of their full potential.”

Other key points from the article include the need to appoint a custodian, choose an approved depository to store one's gold assets, and the varying types of gold that can be acquired including bullion, bars, rounds, and coins. There are also indirect ways to invest in gold such as index-tracking exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, gold mining companies, and gold futures.

For more information, and to read the guide in full, go to https://mrgoldira.com/start-a-self-directing-gold-ira-5-benefits-of-self-directed-iras/

Contact Info:
Name: Peter White
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Organization: MrGold IRA
Address: 2340 East Main, Cushing, Oklahoma 74023, United States
Website: https://mrgoldira.com

Source: PressCable

Release ID: 89142895

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