One of the most important aspects of gold investment is who you do business with. It is very important to pick a good gold firm which can help you avoid some problems and pitfalls encountered along the way, and provide some direction. An experienced gold broker guides you to choose the right gold product mix to hedge your portfolio and help you in general with the decision making in the investment process.

How much should I invest in gold?

It depends upon how concerned you are about the current economic, financial and political situation, but a general rule of thumb is 10% to 30% of your assets, and once again your broker can help you make the decision.

The kind of gold you should buy depends upon your goals. If your goal is simply to capitalize on price movement, then bullion coins could serve your purpose.