Gold Investing Blog

Asmodeuss asked:


Hi all,
Well I have several thousends to invest and I consider to travel to some country and buy merchandise..and then resell it.
However I still hesitate what to be the merchandise…give some ideas please? Like gold from Dubai? Cars from Germany? I am from Europe so I need place around europe….because the travel might be too expensive for commercial purposes.

Thanks alot!

Neolithisistic asked:


Blue chips? Currency? Gold? Should I go through an investment manager or do it myself? Thanks for your time!

Michael Russell asked:




Earnings Per Share (EPS) refers to net income (profit after tax) divided by outstanding shares. Appearing on income statements, it shows us the earnings of the company after all expenses have been paid off and adjustments made for all depreciation of assets.

As a result of accounting gimmicks, the earnings of a company can be easily manipulated. Therefore, if an investor just focuses on EPS, he may misread the value of a stock and end up making bad investment decisions. However, it will be much harder to manipulate the cash flow statement even tough it can still be done.

High quality EPS refers to earnings that are a relatively true representation of what a company actually earns. Increasingly, cash EPS is being used to evaluate earnings. Also known as operating cash flow per share, it gives us the net effect of the inflow and outflow of money in a company’s day to day operation. A cash flow statement breaks down cash flow into operation, investing and financing. A good company will normally display a growing trend of higher cash EPS against EPS.

Cash EPS measures the net operating cash flow of a company on a per share basis. A higher cash EPS implies that the business is getting more inflows than outflows. Even tough getting more cash inflows doesn’t necessarily mean that the business is making a lot of profit, basically, if a company is consistently getting excess operating cash flow, the business is surely generating extra cash from its sales after deducting all required payments related to the sales. The excess cash can be used to buy new assets, repay shareholders in the form of dividends or reduce outstanding bank borrowings.

Investors need to be extra careful when a company’s EPS is positive but has negative cash EPS. A negative cash EPS means the company has more operating cash outflows than inflows. It also implies that the company may have high inventory that isn’t selling or receivables that aren’t being collected. This requires extra financing either from shareholders’ money or banker’s loans. If this situation persists for a long period, shareholders or bankers may stop financing and want to be repaid.

Conversely, if a company has negative EPS but has positive cash EPS, investors need not be too worried about the losses incurred. Certain financial experts also define cash EPS as ‘EPS plus all non cash items’ like amortization and depreciation. Even though a company’s income can be affected by depreciation, amortization and other non-cash exceptional items, it can still generate positive cash flow from operations. If the company has zero borrowings, the extra cash flow can be used to reward shareholders with higher dividend payments.

It will be good of can compare a company’s cash with its own historical trend or those of other companies. Due to the cyclical nature of certain industries, investors shouldn’t be too worried about a temporary negative cash EPS when the whole industry is on a downtrend.

Investors will have a better picture of a company’s performance when they analyze the difference between the trend of cash EPS and EPS. If a company’s EPS and cash EPS are growing higher and cash EPS is always higher than EPS in most periods, this shows high quality in EPS.

Cash EPS is a powerful tool to use in determining the quality of a company’s earnings. Companies with a growing stream of cash EPS are better investments than those with higher EPS growth but negative cash EPS. Investors may be rewarded with higher dividend payments from the excess cash. However, if cash EPS is always lower than EPS, investors need to investigate whether it’s only temporary or due to high trade receivables, which may later result in high bad debts.

hector6man asked:


Robert Kiyosaki says invest into Real Estate, Oil, and Gold? But know he talks alot about investing into Oil and Gold. Why not Real Estate? What should I start investing into? I’m lost please give me your opinion!

Mi R asked:


If you buy currencies(forex)online you are not buying anything in fact,if you buy oil or gold online you aren’t really buying a barrel of oil or a case or gold..well you get the picture.But what if you buy stocks online,are you in fact a owner of these stocks or is it the same as with oil?

Herman Tumurcuoglu asked:




Amethyst is a variety of quartz and is a precious gemstone. Green amethyst is the green colored form of quartz, which is produced by artificially treating the amethyst with heat. The name amethyst has a Greek origin and comes from a methustos, which means “not intoxicate”, means “not drunken”. It was believed that this precious stone protected the wearer from intoxication. Amethyst was used as an antidote for drink. In those days, goblets for wine were made from amethyst.

It is also noticed that quartz can turn green due to natural heat, under certain climatic conditions. On the California-Nevada border, the green quartz is found in clusters of crystals. High temperatures from the volcanoes is said to be responsible for the color change of the quartz, and the birth of the green amethyst.

The crystal structure of the of this elegant stone is different from other quartzes. This could be the reason why we do not find many large cut amethysts with an even color. The color varies even on a single stone. Since amethyst changes color due to heat, one should be careful not to wear it in high temperatures or even during sunbathing, as some stones even change color at very low temperature of 250 degrees.

Many miraculous powers are attributed to this green amethyst in various cultures. It is said to bring good fortune and luck. This was liked by man princes and princesses from history. It was a known fact that green amethyst stone was symbolic of high ranking.

Beautiful jewelry pieces are created with the green amethyst. It looks enchanting when combined with diamonds. It’s this rarity of the green amethyst that makes jewelers find ways of producing imitations.

This type of jewelry makes exclusive gifts for people that are close to us. A gift of a green amethyst ring brings a sparkle on the face of a beloved.

Green amethyst being rich, exotic, and rare, reveals the social status of a woman, who is sure to be the cynosure of all eyes. This green stone mixed with diamonds is made into rings, bracelets, and other beautiful jewelry and can even be combined with pearls.

This stone is the birthstone of people born in February. Green amethyst is also used by couples celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary. If you are a man, give it to your wife on your sixth anniversary and you will make her happy.

Kamyar Shah asked:




Investing in rental properties brings in a steady income with the right handling. The property can also be sold at a profit when you are ready to move to a different investment. Making a profit either way depends on several factors.

The number one advantage is the tax breaks you will benefit from. Having rental properties allows for the investor to claim some of the expenses and upkeep costs associated with the property.

Some of the legal obligations in owning this type of investment include the taxes, the mortgage and insurance needed on the property as well as the obligation to keep the property a safe living environment for the tenants. Another duty is to maintain the condition of the property. There is a time investment involved in managing repairs, collecting unpaid or late rent from tenants, insuring that all laws and rules are followed and resolving disputes as well as many other responsibilities.

When you sell any of your rental properties , many things will influence what you can expect to receive for it. Some of the questions that affect the selling price include what updates have been made recently. Investors are looking for property that will not need additional money to make improvements. Another question is are all or most of the units occupied in a multi unit property? More are interested in complexes that are filled with tenants guaranteeing them immediate income. Is the rent being charged inconsistent with other property in the area? When leases or contracts expire, the investor wants to be able to easily fill the vacancies.

When keeping rental properties , there are several things to consider. Always protect yourself financially and legally. When you own property for the purpose of renting to others, you need to know how to handle tenants in a fair, legal and effective way while safeguarding your own rights. One way to do this is through a professional management company with experience in the type of properties you own.

All tenants should fill out an application that will include references and the references should be thoroughly checked out. Talk to previous property owners to see if they have reached occupancy in the past. This will give you a heads up of any problems the former owner might have had with them. Verify any employment, just as if they were applying for a job. Another good idea is to have a credit check performed to pinpoint any financial problems that might lead to nonpayment of the rent.

Standard lease contracts need to summarize the regulations and rules of each particular property. This contract should point out the amount and when the rent is due each month, if and when any deposits will be required and the rules on when the owner has access to the units. The contract needs to have clear written rules about what repairs and maintenance is the owner responsibilities and what is the tenants responsibility. This lets the tenant know if they are allowed to repaint walls, clean carpets or make any changes to the property.

Never skimp on insurance. You need good coverage for any serious problems that might occur such as HVAC systems break down or the roof leaks. Tenants respect an owner who is quick to take care of major repairs. Needless to say, having the respect of your tenants keeps them in your building. Another issue is small problems. Address them quickly before they begin to add up. A rundown appearance to your rental properties lowers your ability to charge rent comparable to other property in the area. Paint the exterior when the first signs of peeling begin, maintain the landscaping with frequent mowing and plants, replace light bulbs when old ones burn out and all the other little things that crop up.

There are many factors to consider in owning rental properties , from the maintaining of the property to the legal regulations of the tenants to the sale of the property. Attention to details, using caution in renting and staying tuned into the property can lead to a good experience in investing in the realty world.

mrknowitall asked:


what ideas do you have?
are you preparing for it? if so how?
are you investing in gold or silver ?

just feel free to explain what you are doing to prepare.

anyone wanting to spam this question with the generic prefabricated “wheres your tinfoil hat” response please take your overly optimistic ignorant commentary elsewhere.
micheal b - gold and silver are precious metals and thus are bartering items.

Christina Goldman asked:




Coin collectors around the world admire and often covet the historic French 20 Franc Gold Rooster coin. More commonly known as the French Rooster gold coin, or Coq d’Or, it is one of the favorites of and most coveted by international gold coin collectors and investors.

This French gold coin was minted at the turn of the 20th century, beginning in 1901 until France found herself embroiled in the First World War in 1914.

French gold coins are known for their beauty and attractive displays of classic design and structure. While considered rare, the French Rooster gold coin is considered to be quite affordable, and is therefore the most popular of many gold coins produced in Europe.

Containing nearly a fifth of an ounce of pure gold, the facing front of this French gold coin displays the head of the third Republic lady surrounded by the words “Republique Franaise,” the motto of the French Revolution.

The reverse side of the coin shows an exquisitely designed and presented fully plumed rooster with the words “Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite” etched in capital letters around the edges.

The phrase on the reverse side of the coin was created during the French Revolution against Louis XVI, and the front face of the coin, showing Lady Liberty, was established and created in the Franco-Prussian war of 1870 upon the defeat of Napoleon III.

Measuring 21.0 mm in diameter, the French Rooster gold coins contain 0.900 fineness. Coins predating 1901 are extremely rare, and are highly coveted by those with an appreciation for French gold coins displaying a sense of history and unique design.

Midas asked:


also is it best to invest in gold when the £ is good on the dollar $ as it is now, or in simple speak the more dollars to the pound is gold cheaper to buy in the uk ??