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Practical guides for Canadian bullion buyers, focused on real decisions.
Spot price vs what you actually pay
The most common confusion for new buyers: spot is a benchmark, not your checkout price.
Premium, spread, and break-even math
Most buyers only compare buy price. Better buyers model round-trip cost before purchase.
CAD, USD, and unit conversion without confusion
Why CAD buyers can still see price shifts even when metal appears flat in USD.
Canadian tax basics for bullion buyers
Many buyers only discover tax rules at checkout or sale. Learn key basics first.
Authenticity checks and counterfeit risk
Counterfeit fear blocks many first-time buyers. Use a repeatable verification workflow.
Coins vs bars: liquidity, not just premium
Lowest premium is not always best when resale speed and buyback confidence matter.
Storage and insurance before you buy
Storage decisions materially change true cost and risk profile for physical metal.
First purchase checklist (Canada)
A practical pre-checklist to avoid common mistakes before placing an order.
Canadian Maple Leaf basics that matter
Skip trivia and focus on what drives trust, resale confidence, and practical decisions.
Best places to buy gold in Canada
A practical framework for evaluating Canadian gold dealers — beyond marketing and review scores.
Gold vs silver: which to buy in Canada
Both metals serve different roles. Choose based on your goals, not someone else's opinion.
How to sell gold and silver in Canada
Buying is the easy part. Selling well requires preparation, timing awareness, and dealer comparison.
How to compare bullion dealers in Canada
Price is just one factor. A proper comparison includes premiums, shipping, buyback, and trust signals.
Can you hold gold in an RRSP or TFSA?
Physical bullion in registered accounts is possible but comes with rules and trade-offs worth understanding.