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This top 12 list was compiled from many of the most common questions I hear frequently from my precious metals coaching clients and others, whether chatting at the grocery store or Senators game, and is intended to help dispel some myths, and to share some truth and facts about physical precious metals - what they are/are not, and their role is just about everyone's life as a way to save and protect your money, and build long-term wealth.

In today’s unpredictable financial world, more people are quietly making a powerful shift—out of traditional paper assets and into physical gold, silver, and platinum. Why? Because they’re waking up to the risks of inflation, banking instability, and the erosion of real wealth. From news headlines to gold and silver bars selling out at Costco, it’s clear: more people are looking for real ways to re-gain control of their financial security and protect their savings and retire

Most of us weren’t taught anything about silver, or precious metals, growing up — except maybe hearing it mentioned in old pirate stories or seeing it gifted at weddings or baby showers. Sometimes we pick up a silver coin while standing in line at the post office seeng the latest Royal Canadian Mint offerings, maybe for a grandchild or for a keepsake. But rarely do we consider it a serious tool for protecting wealth.

Let’s be honest. If you’ve likely been feeling uneasy about your finances lately like so many Canadians, and believe me that you’re not the only one. I talk to folks just like you often —retirees, small business owners, young families, even professionals—and the common thread I hear is this quiet, growing concern:

Let’s be honest—it’s been a rough ride lately. Groceries cost more, housing feels out of reach for many, and the U.S. has rolled out new tariffs that’ll likely drive up prices even more for Canadians until our federal government gets it's act together - c'mon April 28th!! It’s no wonder so many people are anxious and looking for ways to protect what they’ve worked hard to save. If that’s you, I hear you and have some good news.

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