Beginning investors will find thorough guidelines for making good decisions in this guide to private gold ownership. Emphasis is placed on the asset-preservation qualities of gold at a time when investor uncertainty about the economy and recent investment scandals have led many to seek asset diversification. The economic and political trends driving gold marketing are detailed, as are the reasons why gold plays an important role in millions of investment portfolios worldwide—as both a hedge and an investment for capital gain. Topics examined include understanding gold's role in combating inflation and deflation, how to select a gold firm, the history of gold since 1971, storing gold, and government debt.
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Michael J. Kosares is the founder and president of USAGOLD-Centennial Precious Metals, one of the oldest and most prestigious U.S. gold firms serving private gold investors. He is editor and publisher of the newsletter News & Views: A Quarterly Review of Forecasts, Commentary & Analysis on the Economy and Precious Metals.
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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Kosares wrote an easy to read book that you should have in your library if you own gold or are considering gold as an investment. All the basic "how to buy" information is here plus much more. For example, The chapter titled "G is For Government Debt" is a real eye opener if you want to know how the U.S. dollar got into the mess it is in today. Reading this chapter alone should give you reasons to invest in hard assets as opposed to currency based investments. Kosares is not new to the gold market. He has been writing about gold and educating consumers about this precious metal for many years. In fact, this is the second edition of his book and it appears to have been substantially updated. Bottom line - read "The ABC's" of Gold Investing" and then read it again. There is much wisdom between the covers of this book.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By 2012
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I cannot recommend this book enough if you are planning on investing in gold. It is perfect for a Beginner. This book is well written, organized with a wealth of information, and very easy to read.
Mr Kosares, who has over 30 years experience in investing gold, gives very good reasons why you may want to invest 10-30% of your portfolio in gold, what form of gold to buy, what to look for as you find a gold firm to purchase from, how to try and prevent the US government from confiscating gold from you as FDR did in 1933, objectively compares gold vs. silver investment, what has to be reported to the IRS, how gold is a winner during inflationary and deflationary times, etc etc.
There is a lot to know about gold investment, and this book is a very good road map to investing in gold successfully. I highly recommend this book.
Mr Kosares, who has over 30 years experience in investing gold, gives very good reasons why you may want to invest 10-30% of your portfolio in gold, what form of gold to buy, what to look for as you find a gold firm to purchase from, how to try and prevent the US government from confiscating gold from you as FDR did in 1933, objectively compares gold vs. silver investment, what has to be reported to the IRS, how gold is a winner during inflationary and deflationary times, etc etc.
There is a lot to know about gold investment, and this book is a very good road map to investing in gold successfully. I highly recommend this book.
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By C. Stewart
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Not being a "savy" gold investor, I wanted to find a book that would provide a good understanding of all the issues surrounding gold investments both for profitability and asset protection. This book is definitely worth the read. It is very informative in covering the history of gold and how it responds with inflation and deflation, explaining different investor objectives, and providing a great overall summary of how to go about investing in gold. This book has provided me the basic knowledge to begin my gold investing. Good book to have in your library.
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Invest in gold or not?
It is interesting book to read. He analyses the value of gold against US dollar through recent history, from year1900 (1971) to 2004. Read more
Published on December 21, 2010 by IB
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Written For The Common Man
Michael J. Kosares has presented a product that can be readily read and understood by almost everyone. Read more
Published on December 21, 2010 by GENE RALSTON
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Very Basic Gold Book
This would be the book to buy if you don't know anything about gold investing. It is a very beginners type book.
Published on November 3, 2010 by D Rose
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The ABCs of Gold Investing
Simply a superb "how to" guide book for beginners in gold investing. As good as gold.
Published on July 12, 2010 by hanif
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The ABCs of Gold Investing
Just because you invest does not mean you are an investor. This book teach you how to invest in the real money. Gold and silver is the solution. Read more
Published on June 28, 2009 by Federico A. Alarcon
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The ABCs of Gold Investing: How to Protect and Build Your Wealth with...
Must buy!! Thus, gold is a popular investment for people who want to retain the value of their money.
Published on April 12, 2009 by Jadam
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Gold
This book seems to be right on. It isn't real detailed but gives some good solid basics.
Published on May 19, 2008 by J. A. Wolf
4.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific starter book!
Terrific starter book! Lots of nice information that's not found on any of the commercial investing sites. Read more
Published on March 23, 2008 by T. Ervin
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gold for the regular person
I have been a "goldbug" for about 5 years now. I was looking for a book to give my many friends who are becoming new converts to Gold. Read more
Published on February 24, 2008 by William J. Getty
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good if you need convincing that gold is the way to go
Relatively short on advice but long on all the reasons why gold should be part of your portfolio. Interesting facts and figures and a very quick read based on the small size of... Read more
Published on November 8, 2007 by C. C. Fairbanks
