The term ‘fiat money’ comes up often and is used in financial and economic commentary. Definitions are offered, but they vary somewhat in accuracy and clarity, and tend to be incomplete, so what exactly is the most accurate and complete definition? Words: 663

When will people wake up to the fact that investing in gold mining shares is not a good idea? For the life of me I just don't understand what the supposed experts are seeing and thinking when they talk about the “positive outlook for mining shares” and, as far as gold stocks outperforming gold, well, just forget about it. Here's why.

The question is not whether there will be a crisis, but when. In the past fifty years, we have seen more than eight global crises and many more local ones, so the likelihood of another one is quite high because the factors that drive a global crisis are all lining up.

Long-term oriented investors and speculators should be aware of the near-term trends but they should also be aware of the conditions that will lead to a shift from a bear market to a bull market. Here, we focus on five factors that precede major bottoms in precious metals.

I think that the "Gold Forecaster" is a real game changer in the world of precious metals investors. It is comprised of 5 economic indicators linked to the fundamentals of gold as a safe haven. This tool can predict the price movements in gold 1 year upfront and I invite precious metals investors to start using this tool.

It is still not too late for thinking people to review their present holdings and consider how steep price declines will impact their financial and life plans over the next decade and beyond.

The difference between 1) investing and speculating, and 2) understanding risk tolerance are two primary points for any investor seeking to make sound decisions with their money to understand.

For the investor who understands the unprecedented risks in the financial system, the next few years could turn a massive potential loss to economic peace of mind and financial security. Here's why - and how.

Market participants often expect the next crisis to look like the last one, but it never does. IMO, the current monetary system’s ultimate financial crisis, meaning the crisis that leads to a new monetary system, will have to be inflationary. Here's why.

This post looks at the 4% rule to understand why it works so well in retirement, what could possibly be a stumbling block and how to overcome such a situation should it arise.