Commentary What once was something we could only imagine is now something we need to prepare for. I’m talking about an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) event. In 2013, Newt Gingrich raised the alarm about EMPs and how damaging one would be to the United States. Gingrich said: “This could be the kind of catastrophe that ends civilization—and that’s…
How Much Is a Pound of Gold Worth?
For years, the precious metals market has attracted many individuals looking to diversify their investment portfolios and secure financial freedom by purchasing and selling gold, silver, and more. Gold products, in particular, remain the most popular among investors, as this precious metal has unmatched durability, impressive resistance to corrosion, and a historical value that dates…
The Cost of Investing in Precious Metals
Gold and silver and other precious metals like platinum and palladium provide valuable security in times of financial turmoil. Despite price fluctuations, physical precious metals pose no credit risk and retain an intrinsically high economic value even when the stock market crashes. What are the costs of precious metals investing, and what associated expenses are…
Silver Shortages Allowing Prices to Approach a Nine-Year High
Analysts believe silver may hit a nine-year high of $30 per ounce in 2023, the highest it’s been since February 2013. If silver fulfills this projected 8.8 percent increase, it will outperform gold. As silver supply dwindles, industrial demand increases, inflation soars, and more investors flock toward the cheaper precious metal option as a safe…
Central Bank Digital Currency Tyranny Is Coming–How to Prepare
Commentary We’ve all heard stories about people who survived the Great Depression by hiding cash under their mattresses or burying it in their yards because they’d lost trust in banks. Imagine taking it a step further and taking money from the flawed banking system and putting it into the untrustworthy hands of the government. That’s…
Why Gold Flourishes in Times of Market Volatility, War, and Crisis
It’s no secret that gold makes a worthwhile investment. For years, investors have purchased gold in times of crisis to protect their assets from market fluctuations and significant financial losses. One of the most attractive features of gold is its unique ability to hold its value even when the market dips. Now that volatility seems…
Exploring the Lowest-Mintage US Coins
What Is Coin Mintage? Minting is the process of printing and distributing certified coins into circulation. However, “mintage” refers to the total number of pieces an authorized coin manufacturer (i.e., mint) produces. Some pieces, like the American Silver Eagle, have millions of coins in circulation; high-scarcity coins may only have a few dozen left in…
AK-47 Versus AR-15: Why the Comparison Is Important for Riflemen
Military doctrine holds sway on comparisons of the AK-47s and AR-15 rifles, with each tactical rifle making a solid push into other shooting disciplines. Riflemen are soldiers trained to use a rifle and find both weapons competent. Both guns are highly accurate out to about 350 yards; 500 yards if you have good aim. The…
Real Estate Versus Gold Investment: Which Is Better?
When considering retirement investments, most people stick to the stock market and invest in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Gold and real estate provide alternative options for retirement investing. Both gold and property offer instant diversification from the stock market. As with traditional assets, you can invest in paper alternatives to physical gold and real…
Manasota Key on Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast
Manasota Key in Englewood, Florida is still referred to as Southwest Florida’s “best kept secret,” though it isn’t as undiscovered as it used to be. Recently, Hurricane Ian hit this area hard, yet the Gulf Coast Floridians are resilient and aim to be prepared for this upcoming winter’s beach season. Manasota Key is an 11-mile-long…
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