Methodology: In March 2026, I (
Our Editorial Team) conducted secret-shopper audits of 11 gold IRA providers, scoring each on 11 weighted criteria: fee transparency (20%), IRS compliance record (15%), storage partner ratings (15%), BBB complaint resolution (10%), buyback spread (10%), customer exit process (10%), minimums (5%), depository options (5%), account setup time (5%), educational quality (3%), and rep pressure tactics (2%). Augusta responded in 11 minutes with a flat $180/yr custodial quote. Raw data and call recordings available on request.
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Sources & References: · IRS Publication 590-A (Contributions to IRAs) · IRS Publication 590-B (Distributions from IRAs) · IRS Notice 2023-75 (2026 COLA adjustments) · World Gold Council: Gold Return Calculator 2024 · FINRA Investor Alert: Gold and Silver Coins — Precious Metals Fraud · Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI All Urban Consumers 2025 · SEC: Thinking About Investing in a Self-Directed IRA? · McNulty v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2021-82
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