Michael Checkan Archive
Michael Checkan is the president of Asset Strategies International in Rockville, Md. For the past 28 years his company has specialized in precious metals and foreign currencies. To order the U.S. Mint's new gold Buffalo coin (or any other precious metals products), call ASI at 1-800-831-0007 or 301-881-8600, or email them at info@assetstrategies.com. Or see their website at www.assetstrategies.com. Email this author.
Give Some Wealth Away Before Government Takes It
We hear all the time about how our government is putting future generations in debt and robbing them of their wealth before they even have a chance to earn it. And then there is the death tax, which means that when you die your estate is taxed. Read this article to learn about a provision in the tax code that can help you avoid the death tax…
Resolve to Exchange Paper for Gold
It is that time of year again—time for reflections on the year gone by and resolutions for the year ahead. Last month you were generous in your gifts to others. Now, let me suggest that you give a gift to yourself. Resolve in the New Year to take some positive steps to protect the financial future of yourself and your family. Read this article and learn ways to do that…
Trust… Hard to Acquire, Easy to Lose
We are living in challenging times, with change being the constant. Many of us are experiencing information overload with simply too much “stuff” to digest and act on. Many institutions, companies and individuals we thought were safe are in trouble. Read this article learn which investment you can always trust…
Silver Bells Are Ringing
Silver bells are ringing, and it’s not just because of the season, but because of the buying opportunity afforded by investing in silver. Yes silver, the "poor man’s gold," has not gotten the attention it deserves. Read this article to learn more about the hows and whys of buying silver…
Wise Men (and Wise Women) Still Give the Gift of Gold
Two millennia ago, three wise men arrived in Bethlehem bearing gifts for the Christ Child. A famous Christmas carol celebrates how Caspar, Balthazar and Melchior brought with them the most valuable items of their day—gold, frankincense and myrrh. Frankincense and myrrh are not as rare or valued now as they were then, but gold has held its value. Read this article and get gift ideas that will have lasting value…
When Gold Was a Lifesaver—Literally
Gold protects wealth. A real-life lesson taught Contributing Writer Michael Checkan the value of gold. Read his article to get Michael’s first-hand account that taught him the importance of the yellow metal, and also learn more about how you can own some of your own…
Grab These Gold Coins While You Can
There’s a new kind of stampede taking place these days. This one is into Buffaloes. The new $50 American Buffalo gold coin from the U.S. Mint, that is. It seems fitting that, at the very time we are seeing gold setting record highs almost every day, the U.S. Mint is releasing the 2009 American Buffalo gold coins. The strength of these magnificent creatures is certainly reflected in the purity of the gold each coin contains.
Uncle Sam Did Something Right
There is much that our government has done and wants to do with which we could quarrel. But no one can deny that it makes the most beautiful modern coinage in the world. And you can own some for a small premium over the spot price of their gold and silver content. Read this article to learn more about the U.S. Mint’s gold and silver coins…
