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A Precious Metals IRA combines the benefits of investing in gold, silver and other metals with the tax benefits of a retirement account. But what exactly are these benefits, and how do they apply to your individual retirement plans?

Precious metals, like gold, have been seen as symbols of wealth for generations. But today, the reasons for investing in these assets are much more varied. In addition to gold’s inherent growth potential as a naturally occurring finite resource, there are several other benefits to consider in today’s uncertain economic landscape. Investing in precious metals can help shield Americans’ retirement savings from numerous threats, such as stock market volatility and the ever-declining value of U.S. currency.

Here are just a few of the many reasons why a Precious Metals IRA might make sense for your retirement plans.

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Before even considering the benefits of precious metals, it’s important to remember that a Precious Metals IRA offers the same tax benefits as a conventional IRA.

Depending on how you form your account (Roth or traditional), you can write off your annual contributions as tax deductions or make tax-free withdrawals in retirement – advantages you won’t experience by simply leaving your money in a savings account.

It’s important that you speak with a tax professional to determine exactly how these tax benefits apply to your situation.

Diversification is the key to any type of investment. If the majority of your portfolio is tied to a single type of asset, then you stand to take a big hit if that particular market goes south.

A Precious Metals IRA allows you to diversify your retirement portfolio with a wide variety of metals, as well as other types of investments, such as stocks and mutual funds.

Tax benefits

Diversification

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During the most recent recession, many soon-to-be-retirees lost huge portions of their retirement savings when the stock market sank. That’s because many 401k plans and IRAs are built primarily with paper-based assets that are exposed to inevitable stock market volatility.

Gold, however, has been viewed as a bedrock of stability for thousands of years. Diversifying your account with precious metals can help safeguard you by keeping some (or all) of your retirement funds out of the stock market altogether.

The value of the dollar has continued to sink in recent years. When it does, it diminishes the wealth and purchasing power of every hard-working American. What good is a sizable nest egg if you won’t get as much for your money when you make withdrawals in retirement?

Gold and silver are viewed as hedges against the declining dollar, because these assets cannot simply be produced on-demand like paper currency can. In fact, when the government prints more money in times of economic turmoil, which lowers the value of the dollar even further, these actions tend to increase the value of precious metals.

Stock market volatility

Inflation and the declining U.S. dollar

Opening a Precious Metals IRA is a simple, straightforward process, even if you’re rolling over funds from a 401k or an existing IRA. A good precious metals company can assist you with each step of the process, from the initial account setup to the selection of your metals, whether they’re gold, silver, platinum or palladium.

Keep in mind that the reasons for opening a Precious Metals IRA differ for everyone. Speak to a precious metals professional who can provide individualized advice and show you how investing in precious metals fits into your retirement plans.

Ease of opening an account

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Over the years, as governments have fallen and stock markets have tumbled, precious metals have remained a bedrock of stability and security. To learn more about protecting your

financial future with investments in gold, silver, platinum and palladium, take the first step today:

Request our free investment kit. Visit www.birchgold.com

or call (800) 355-2116

It’s no secret that the price of gold hit historic highs in recent years, and many analysts see plenty more room for growth in the years ahead. A Precious Metals IRA opens up your money to such growth potential, all within your retirement account, instead of letting it go stale in a low-yield savings account or CD.

Growth potential