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What Is a Gold IRA? The Purity Rule the IRS Never Wrote
A gold IRA is a self-directed retirement account holding physical bullion. This guide covers where the 99.5% purity standard genuinely comes from, why the American Gold Eagle qualifies at 91.67%, where the metal must legally be stored, and the 2026 contribution limits.
Australian Gold Kangaroo: The Bullion Coin Backed by an Act of Parliament
Perth Mint’s flagship bullion coin changes its reverse almost every year, which is the least interesting thing about it. At 99.99% purity with an uncapped mintage, the Australian Gold Kangaroo coin sits behind a guarantee written into Western Australian statute in 1987. Here is what that actually means for what you own.
14 Million Coins Sold. Zero Design Changes in 35 Years. Here’s Why Investors Keep Choosing the Philharmonic.
The Austrian Gold Philharmonic has been struck in .9999 fine gold by the Münze Österreich every year since 1989. Over 14 million coins have been distributed worldwide. Here is what serious buyers need to know about its specifications, IRA eligibility, premium structure, and how it compares to the American Gold Eagle.
Most 401(k)-to-Gold-IRA Rollovers Lose 20% Immediately. Here Is Why — and How to Avoid It.
A direct rollover to a gold IRA is completely tax-free — if you do it right. Here is what the IRS actually says.
The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf: Purer Than the Eagle, Lower Premium, and IRA-Eligible
The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is 99.99% pure gold, carries a lower dealer premium than the American Gold Eagle, and qualifies for a Gold IRA without a congressional exemption. Here is what the purity standard, security features, sizing options, and sound money case look like for investors considering physical gold ownership.
What Is a Self-Directed IRA? The Complete Guide for Precious Metals Investors
A self-directed IRA is the only IRS-sanctioned way to hold physical gold and silver inside a tax-advantaged retirement account. This guide covers IRS purity rules, contribution limits, home storage law, RMDs, and prohibited transactions — everything you need before you open one.
Gold Coins vs. Gold Bars — Which is Better for Investors
Gold coins and gold bars both offer real, tangible wealth protection — but they aren’t interchangeable. From premiums and liquidity to IRA eligibility and resale flexibility, here’s how to decide which form of gold belongs in your stack.
