Platinum American Eagles For Collecting And Investing

By Gerald Hampton

Made available to the public in 1997, by the U. S. Mint was the American Platinum Eagles, the official coin of the United States. The coin contains. 9995 platinum. The sizes for sale include 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 troy ounce. Backed the by U. S. Mint, Congress also sanctioned the coin.

Coin collectors can buy uncirculated coins called proof coins. The proof coins have graphics that change each year.

From 1907 to 1933 the graphic created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens was selected for use on the $20 gold piece. 1986 saw the resurrection of the graphic for the coins. Available in bullion and proof, these coins can be purchased by anyone. Also shown on some coins is Walking Liberty design by Adolph A. Weinman. Created originally in 1916, the graphic was used on the half dollar.

The drawing available from 1998 til 2002 was Vistas of Liberty. A bald eagle is pictured on the coins regardless of the changing of the other side every year. The branches of government were depicted from 2006 through 2008 with the Foundations of Democracy. Every denomination has a yearly graphic. The American Platinum Eagle coins are the only coins that have changing designs with each new year.

Other proof types of coins are available through the United States Mint. A special process is required for these coins that starts with blank coins being inserted into presses that have certain pigments in them. After being hit a couple of times to make the frosted attribute seem to glide over a mirror type field. The coins are then inspected, sealed in plastic and placed in frames with their respective Certificate of Authenticity. The U. S. Mint guarantees that each and every coin will be exactly the same.

For 2006, the Mint added another coin to the collection which is uncirculated coins.

As with its proof counterpart the coin can be purchased in a one-ounce size. The other American Eagle Uncirculated Coins are available in different sizes.

These coins are put through the exact same process as proof coins are but, they are stamped with a W. The W shows that the coin was minted at the West Point location.

American Platinum Eagle coins can be put in Individual Retirement Accounts because in some cases, they might be considered a commodity and not a rare coin. In general, rare coins or dolls are not allowed to placed in an account such as an I. R. A. Because of this, it is believed that coin will not gain value other than the increase of the metal content itself. - 23218

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Gerald Hampton provides readers with articles that help collectors in finding information on quality graded Platinum Eagles, including NGC American Platinum Eagles along with PCGS American Platinum Eagles.

Looking for the Right Account Manager

By Bart Icles

Do you know what a managed Forex account is? This is a Forex account where a different person, called a trader, trades for you, who is the investor, knowing that it is actually your account. It's these people who trade your money. But they won't be able to steal anything from you; rather, they can gain or lose money for you instead. In many cases, the investor only observes the things happening going in his account but the trading goes to the other person. Two passwords are available for a single account.

One password is for the trader, and another is for the investor. The trader's password only gives him access to the power of logging in, getting orders, and trading. The investors' password gives access to everything, but it's usually only used for observing what is happening in the account. Managed accounts are divided into two, the doing-good-account, and the not-so-doing-good account. If your traders, also called account managers, show you (their clients) that they're doing a great job; you have to scout for some losses in the account as well. If you only see winnings and no losses, then there's something not right happening in the account.

Even the best traders in the best trading systems lose at some point in time, right? You have to keep on asking, "Where are the losses going?" To give an impression of what the account has done so far, the losing trades are left open while the winning are closed. The account balance grows when the winning trades alone are closed. This could be misleading because the real amount of money, or equity, in the account could keep on going down instead of the more convenient going up.

The account equity is computed by deducting the negative open trades plus the positive open trades to the account balance. A margin level is also present in the account. The account is in better shape and gets better as the margin level gets higher. The equation for this percentage is figured by dividing the used margin into the equity. By moving the decimal point of the answer twice to the right, you have your percentage.

Usually, when the margin level reaches 50%, they close the biggest open negative trade. To prevent any borrowing of money from the brokerage firms, they make sure that the account doesn't go below zero. This process is called a "margin call." In order to find honest, trustworthy, and faithful account managers to manage your managed account, you had better understand the basic idea of trading. When choosing the right trader for you, you better be smart and accurate. - 23218

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A pip in forex starts with a desire to learn and a drive to become a great trader. Even 4xmadeeasy takes dedication and a good teacher. But once you learn how to trade and do so successfully your life will change and you have options and financial resources you never had before.

Real Estate Rental Investors buy RV and Travel Trailer instead of Houses

By Oscar Porter

RV Rentals Nationwide has set up a nationwide call center to handle the demand for motorhomes and travel trailer quotes that are starting to flood the line. They are now looking for owners of Motorhomes and Travel trailer that would like to make income with there RV Rental Property.

RV Rentals Nationwide specializes in bringing the RV rental to the customer and was able to capture a large portion of the travel trailer rental market in Oklahoma in less than 2 years. Since then RV Rentals Nationwide of Oklahoma in now allowing RV renters to tow units on there own as well deliver rv rental unit to the campsite but the demand for Motorhomes / Coaches are on the rise. RV Rentals Nationwide receives thousands of requests every month for people wanting to rent a rv and drive a motorhome to many different events such as NASCAR, Church events, disaster relief and many other situations that RV Rentals Nationwide has always been involved in.

RV owners that don't use there RV that much now have the opportunity to make money in the RV Rental Business buy just signing up on a site to list there RV for Rent. This affiliate program came about because RV Rentals Nationwide had been referring out allot of the overflow business to other RV Rental companies. RV Owner will soon be able to showcase there RV for everyone to see. RV Owner will be able to sign up to deliver there RV to the customer and /or allow the customer to pick up the RV on there own. More money is to be made for Owner Operators that are willing to deliver there RV Rental property to the RV Renter on demand.

RV Rentals Nationwide is currently seeking more real estate investors to get involved in the RV Rental Market. As were most travel trailer are rented out for 6 to 7 months of the year, Motorhomes rent out 11 to 12 Months of the year. As a motorhome investor the Motorhome / Travel Trailer is insured under their million dollar RV rental policies. All drivers of motorhome are required to put up credit card deposits to cover any damages so there is literally no risk to the owner of the unit. "This is better than the Real Estate Business" says corporate Investor.

"RV Rental property is the way to go" if you calculate and compare the income with purchasing a house.

If a Real estate Investor takes a $100,000 (30) year mortgage on a house hey would stand to pay approximately $655 at 6%. If a real-estate investor was to rent out their home one might be able to rent it at $850 a month if they were lucky.

Depending on the RV Rental Unit the real-estate Owner make up to $2450 a month off a $50,000 Motorhome by using the RV Rental Nationwide Reservation System to keep there unit booked out as much as possible, if they had more than one then the number would double.

With GPS Tracking available the owners can always keep track of there RV Rental investment with one phone call.

Please contact RV Rentals Nationwide about there Fleet Management programs by calling 866-610-4931 Ext 60. - 23218

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Find out how to "Rent My RV", then visit www.rentarvnow.com to find the best advice on Renting your Motorhome for you.

Finding An Effective ETF Trading System

By Patrick Deaton

When choosing an ETF trading system that will be effective a person will want to factor in their own eccentricities. Some people enjoy doing analytical work and following trends. Other people want to have a software program or web service that will do the leg work for them and give them the best bet on an ETF trade. The systems that are available run a wide gamut. ETF trading systems have hundreds of systems that work for some people and don't work for others.

The effectiveness of any trading system that one uses will depend a lot on the type of trading they are doing and the baskets they are trading in. A system that is geared for long positions will not do as well in a short position sector. So, a trader who is diversified in Leveraged or other types of risky ETFs will want to be able to adapt their system to meet the needs of the sector they are in.

There is no magic trading system that will make a person a lot of money very quickly. It would take the fun out of ETF trading for one thing. But also, this is a market that is affected by millions of little details that just can't all be accounted for. Then, there is the fact that some people work very well with a system that no one else can figure out.

A system that many beginners find effective and has a fairly low risk is the EMA system. Exponential Moving Average is a trending system that is done by following the trends of the sectors that one is trading in. TLT, SMH, RTH, XLF, and a few others are traded by many people using this system. It requires only that a person do their analytical and historical research to be effective.

The system involves going long when the fast EMA crosses above the slow EMA and short when the reverse happens. The trader must always leave or reverse positions the day after the fast EMA and slow EMA cross. And, when the rules have been set up, the new trader needs to stick to them.

The more historical and analytical data a person can collect when developing a trend tracking system, the more accurate they will be. Setting buy and sell limits will help to create a safety net for trading that a person will want to have when they first start trading.

A good rule of thumb is to set a risk allotment. Set the percentage of the total capital that one is willing to risk on any one position, then stick with it. When the account reaches the minimum don't add more fuel, just move on. The other rule is to set the number of losing trades in a row that will be accepted, then cut back by a set percentage after that loss has been reached.

When choosing the ETF trading system that will be most effective it is important to gain as much knowledge as possible about the system. By using systems which have a history of consistent effectiveness a person will have a better opportunity to use and learn from the system as they get into more complex trading. Seeking the assistance of a professional who has expertise in ETF structure, trading, strategies, and methods will also be extremely helpful in developing a trading system that will be successful. - 23218

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The Advantages Of Investing In The Stock Market - Part 1

By Zigfred Diaz

Previously, I wrote a comprehensive introduction on how to invest in the Philippine stock market. The basic principles that each prospective investors should understand was extensively discussed. Here, the advantages of investing in the stock market, will be tackled.

I have stated before that the stock market is just another vehicle of investment. A good question to ask yourself is why should you choose to invest in the stock market. What advantage would you get in investing in the stock market ?

The answer to such questions could be as follows. Note that the examples given refer to Philippine based companies and currency. Visit my blog if you want to view the entire article.

1.) The allure of great returns - Most financial expert would tell you that in a bull run the market really goes up. Average returns could be as low as 30 % and as high as 200 %+ per annum or even more. Profit is always expected when you invest in the long term. For example, In 1997, the Globe Telecom Inc. (GLO) stocks price per share was only P152.00. during that time you only spend P 1,520.00 to buy the minimum board lot which is 10 shares. Currently the price per share of Globe is P 1,620.00+. The value of those 10 shares that you previously bought is right now P 16,200, meaning in ten years time your money has grown ten times. This is translated to an average of 30 % return per annum. This is far better than putting your money in a time deposit account at less than 4 % per annum. It is interesting to note that the Philippine stock market is at its highest these days. For the next 2 to 3 years, they say the market will still be in a bull run. Make the best out of this situation.

2.)"Ownership" in the companies that you are investing in. - Wouldn't it be so cool to have your own Jollibee franchise ? However the investment of 20 to 25 million pesos does not make it so cool considering that you also have to put in time and effort to run the store. So instead of owning a Jollibee franchise why not buy Jollibee instead through buying shares of stocks in the corporation ? The minimum board lot of JFC shares (Jollibee Foods Corporations - JFC) cost only P 5,000+. With this investment you indirectly own the more than 1414 stores in the Philippines and 175 in other countries not to mention Red Ribon, Chowking, Deli-France, A popular fastfood chain - Yonghe King in China and popular teahouse chain from Taiwan called Chun Shui Tang including Jollibee's pilot restaurant "Tio Pepe's Karinderia." So next time you eat at Jollibee tell your friends and that you like to eat there because you "own part of the company." You might want to own stocks of PLDT or Globe to help you become more prompt in paying your bills.

3.) Belonging to a "special group of people" -

When asked to join a multi-level marketing scheme, I always want to know when the company started. I ask this question because I believe that if it started a long time ago, my chances of recruiting other people will be lessened as most people that I know has already been recruited.

However take note that investing in the stock market is not mutli-level marketing. Whether the market is saturated or not does not matter. But it is always good to know that we are among pioneers to take advantage of the potential of the market.

Most of those who invest in the stock market are from the class A and B segments of the population. An Asian Development Bank study done in 2005 revealed that only 600,000, out of the of the country's 87 million population, invest in the stock market. This means that only 0.7 % of the population are involved in stock market trading. - 23218

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Would you want to know more about investment strategies ? Visit the blog of Zigfred Diaz where he writes about several interesting topics such as investments, financial management, business, making financial online and Stock market investing