The 12 Properties of Money: What Really Makes Something Valuable

In a world where everything — from your paycheck to your crypto wallet — claims to be “money,” Alan Hibbard asks a question few ever stop to consider:  What actually makes something a true store of value?  In Episode 3 of Hidden Secrets of Value, Alan breaks down the 12 properties that define real money, exposing why most currencies fail—and why gold continues to stand the test of time.  A $100 Gift Card and a Painful Lesson   In his twenties, Alan received a $100 Pier 1 gift card — a little stash of value he decided to save for later. But when […]

Money vs. Currency: The Hidden Flaw That’s Quietly Stealing Your Wealth

Most people think they’re saving money — but they’re really saving currency. In Hidden Secrets of Value, Episode 2: Money vs. Currency, Alan Hibbard reveals how that confusion quietly destroys wealth. Through the lessons of history and the logic of honest money, he explains why fiat currencies always lose value, why gold and silver endure, and how to protect your hard-earned energy from inflation’s hidden theft.

Saving vs Investing Explained: The One Shift That Builds Wealth

Most people think saving is safe and investing is risky—but it’s the opposite when you understand value. In Saving vs Investing Explained: The One Shift That Builds Wealth, Alan Hibbard shows why holding cash quietly destroys purchasing power and how separating real savings from risk assets builds lasting financial strength.

The Hidden Truth About U.S. Housing Costs — And Why Gold Is Your Best Defense

If you feel like homeownership is slipping further out of reach, you’re not alone. But what if the real story behind soaring housing costs isn’t what you’ve been told?  In this eye-opening video, Alan Hibbard exposes the monetary forces that have been quietly eroding housing affordability for decades — and reveals a surprising solution that most Americans overlook.  What Happens When You Price Homes in Real Money  Here’s what Alan uncovered: When you measure home prices in gold instead of dollars, monthly mortgage payments have actually decreased over time.  Think about that for a moment. While your dollar-denominated housing costs […]

Has Gold Peaked? Here’s What the M2-to-Gold Ratio Data Shows 

Has gold really peaked — or is the next breakout just beginning? Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard reveal what the M2-to-Gold Ratio is signaling now…