Mark Adams
Financial Reporter
Mark Adams
Financial Reporter
Mark Adams is a senior financial reporter at American Hartford Gold, where he covers precious metals markets, economic policy, and retirement strategy. With over a decade of experience, Mark has contributed to thought leadership pieces appearing in Forbes, Newsmax, and other leading outlets. He holds a master’s degree from NYU and specializes in turning complex economic stories into clear, compelling content that empowers everyday Americans to protect their wealth in uncertain times.
posts by Mark Adams
Retirement Savings Contribution Credit Guide
Key Takeaways: The retirement savings contribution credit, often called the saver’s credit, may lower your federal tax bill when you contribute to an eligible retirement
Gold Is Breaking the Old Rate Rules
Gold continues to rise despite the threat of higher interest rates. Inflation, central-bank buying and safe-haven demand are helping offset the pressure from higher rates.
Retirement Planning for the Self-Employed: Why a Gold SEP IRA Might Be It
Key Takeaways: Self-employed workers have to build their retirement fund without the convenient automatic structure of a traditional workplace plan. A SEP IRA can help
Gold’s Diversification Advantage
Gold can strengthen diversification because it often behaves differently from stocks and other commodities. Growing BRICS financial and geopolitical cooperation could weaken Western influence
Soaring Government Debt Fuels the Case for Gold
Government borrowing costs are rising as investors demand greater compensation for holding increasingly risky sovereign debt. Growing deficits and higher interest expenses could make already
Crypto Is Becoming a New Pillar of Support for Gold
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin company, is steadily adding physical gold to its reserves. Tether’s growing gold holdings could create a powerful new source
The Gold-Oil Connection
Gold and oil respond to many of the same forces, but their prices can move in different directions. Oil’s impact on inflation, interest rates and
Gold and Silver IRA: Should You Hold Both?
Key Takeaways: Gold and silver can play different roles inside a precious metals IRA, so holding both may appeal to some individuals. Gold is often
Why Did They Stop Making Pennies in Late 2025?
Key Takeaways: The U.S. Mint stopped making pennies in late 2025 mainly because the coin cost far more to make than it was worth. Pennies
Could the Gold-Silver Ratio Point to Higher Silver Prices?
The gold-silver ratio may offer clues about whether silver still has room to move higher. Silver’s smaller market means renewed investor demand can drive
Social Security Is Racing Toward a Cliff
Social Security’s retirement trust fund could be depleted by 2032, putting scheduled benefits at risk. Fixing the shortfall could mean higher taxes, reduced benefits, or
Retirement Savings Contribution Credit Guide
Key Takeaways: The retirement savings contribution credit, often called the saver’s credit, may lower your federal tax bill when you contribute to an eligible retirement
Gold Is Breaking the Old Rate Rules
Gold continues to rise despite the threat of higher interest rates. Inflation, central-bank buying and safe-haven demand are helping offset the pressure from higher rates.
Retirement Planning for the Self-Employed: Why a Gold SEP IRA Might Be It
Key Takeaways: Self-employed workers have to build their retirement fund without the convenient automatic structure of a traditional workplace plan. A SEP IRA can help
Gold’s Diversification Advantage
Gold can strengthen diversification because it often behaves differently from stocks and other commodities. Growing BRICS financial and geopolitical cooperation could weaken Western influence
Soaring Government Debt Fuels the Case for Gold
Government borrowing costs are rising as investors demand greater compensation for holding increasingly risky sovereign debt. Growing deficits and higher interest expenses could make already
Crypto Is Becoming a New Pillar of Support for Gold
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin company, is steadily adding physical gold to its reserves. Tether’s growing gold holdings could create a powerful new source
Gold Bars And Coins Are Becoming The Main Event
Gold bars and coins are gaining ground as buyers rethink how they own physical gold. With bullion investment poised to overtake jewelry as gold’s largest
Average Retirement Savings for Married Couples by Age
Key Takeaways: Retirement savings for married couples can vary widely by age, income, debt, health, and homeownership status. National retirement savings data often tracks households
Rising Business Costs Could Squeeze Your Retirement
Business costs are rising as tariffs, record fuel prices and higher borrowing expenses squeeze companies. As companies raise prices or absorb costs, retirees face higher
Why Is China Stockpiling Gold?
China has been buying gold for years. Lately, it has stepped on the accelerator. The People’s Bank of China added more than 20 tonnes
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