Over the last week, gold has been in the headlines. Years of unbiblical economic policies and unjust systems of weights and balances have caught up with our nation and families, businesses and countries are looking for a safe haven for their investments. The parabolic increase in gold prices which came close to hitting the $2,000 mark last week recently experienced a $200 downward adjustment in the last 48 hours, making the purchase of gold very appealing for those who see that the long-term trend is not favorable to our economy, and who, like me, think it likely that gold will exceed the $2,000 an ounce threshold that it almost hit last week.
Investors were laughing at gold bugs two years ago. Nobody is laughing now. In fact, leading analysts have been encouraging institutions to minimize their position in the highly volatile stock market and to carefully consider both cash and gold as the smartest safe haven for the present economy. One of the most aggressive recommendations came earlier this year when a Dallas hedge-fund manager J. Kyle Bass advised the University of Texas Investment Management Co., responsible for the second largest university endowment in the nation to invest nearly one billion dollars in the purchase of 664,000 ounces of gold. They took his counsel. Even with the correction in gold prices this week, the Texas university has had their investment increase more than $150,000,000 in four months — a simply incredible return.
Gold prices are high compared to a year ago, but absent a genuine reversal in the economy, they could increase by an additional 10 to 25% percent in a matter of weeks or months. If this is true, then gold remains an excellent investment option and long-term hedge. If you agree with this analysis, and you are looking to purchase gold, then the next question is: How do I do that in the safest and most affordable manner?
My Personal Recommendation
If you read my blog from August 8, 2011, then you have an insight into my own story and perspective on the purchase of gold and silver. Thanks to the counsel of my father when I was a boy, I have enjoyed a thirty-year personal history of interest in this industry and I am especially interested in identifying trustworthy vendors that can help families buy and sell metals in an ethical, discreet and affordable manner. From my perspective, and for personal and professional reasons, the undisputed best choice of a company to work with is Cornerstone Bullion. Under the leadership of its president Chad Roach, Cornerstone Bullion and is operated by some of the most trustworthy and competent individuals I know to have emerged from the home education movement. Cornerstone Bullion has emerged as one of the fastest growing dealers in the United States and has sold well over $20 million in precious metals to investors all across America and Canada. The men at this organization have been my friends for many years, and I wholeheartedly trust them for their integrity and discretion. I have personally made some modest purchases from Chad as an investment for my children, and have been 100% satisfied with the professionalism, discretion, and highly competitive rates which Chad and his company extend.
Here is some additional background on Chad and his company: “Cornerstone Bullion is one of the fastest-growing precious metals suppliers in the US. Founded as a division of Cornerstone Capital Investment Inc., Cornerstone has helped thousands of investors around the country diversify, protect, and preserve their wealth. We leverage strong connections with primary suppliers, low overhead, and years of sales and service experience to provide clients with the best price and service. Cornerstone Bullion is a member of the ICTA (Industry Council on Tangible Assets) and an “A” rated member of the Better Business Bureau. Cornerstone Bullion is privately owned, family-operated, and has no debt. We are also fully compliant with federal and state requirements, and we undergo annual independent audits pursuant to federal law. We go the extra mile to provide service and personal delivery to our clients. In some cases, we’ve traveled several thousand miles to personally deliver products to our clients.” Chad writes:
As a private silver investor myself, I have enjoyed buying silver coins and bars for years, but have always been frustrated by the premiums at local coin shops and traditional investment firms. I wanted to do business with someone I could trust and who could provide competitive rates. Since I couldn’t find what I was looking for, I decided to create it. My goal was to help everyday investors buy precious metals without using a storefront that costs tens of thousands of dollars annually to maintain. That’s why I started Cornerstone Bullion. As a ‘shop-less’ coin shop, I was able to leverage my low operating costs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in purchasing power to provide cheap bullion for other investors. Cornerstone now buys and sells almost every form of precious metal bullion, and continues to serve hundreds of clients around the US.
Your Purchase Can Help Vision Forum Ministries
There is another reason why I would ask you to consider Chad and the team at Cornerstone Bullion. A strong believer in the battle for the Christian family, Chad has graciously offered to donate a percentage of the profits from any sales in which you mention Doug’s Blog or Vision Forum as a reference. These proceeds will go to help our Faith of Our Fathers Project which is presently in production on our tribute film A Final Farewell, and perfecting our seven television-style episode series D-Day and the Providence of God. Consequently, when you make an investment with them, you are helping the work of Vision Forum Ministries.
More Thoughts on Gold and Silver
In my counsel to interns and my own family, I have emphasized silver as the best long term purchase for family metal investments. Today, however, I think that Gold offers the best potential for medium range gains. I continue to believe that the parabolic activity of last week could be on the horizon again in the weeks to come. That is why I am thinking that gold offers the greatest potential for dramatic increases of between 10 and 25% over the next six months. That being said, here are reasons why silver also remains an excellent investment:
As a tangible precious metal, silver bullion has an internationally recognized value that poses to hold strong against a declining dollar, mounting federal debt, a bankrupt fiat money system, and insecurity in traditional electronic stock/bond markets.
As a physically rare metal, Silver has been considered a medium of exchange and value for thousands of years of world history, including in the Bible. (Gen. 23:15, Gen. 45:22, Judges 16:15, etc.)
Silver has many industrial uses in manufactured items like batteries, iPods, and flat-screen TVs, keeping the demand for silver high among investors and businesses alike.
Silver is relatively inexpensive and easy to own. Unlike gold, which is hundreds of dollars per ounce, silver is a more affordable precious metal. This low price makes it easier to buy, sell, and trade.
Silver is rare. The above-ground stock of silver has decreased from 2.1 billion ounces in 1990 to around 922 million ounces in 2009. (According to the Silver Institute.)
If You Decide to Invest in Gold and Silver, How to Do It?
It is really easy to buy or sell gold and silver with Chad and Cornerstone Bullion. It is as simple as a call or email. Chad or his team will give you a highly competitive price based on the market value at the time you called. Depending on the size of the order, a safe method of transfer will be determined. It is really simple. Take a few moments and go to www.cornerstonebullion.com. The general number is 1-800-558-4671. For some great personal attention you can call the president Chad Roach directly on his personal phone at (303) 956-3455 or email him at Sales@cornerstonebullion.com. And when you call or place your order, don’t forget to mention Vision Forum or Doug’s Blog. You can help yourself and this ministry.
