I only have enough cash in checking for bills. Also have a stash of cash about $6K worth in case of emergencies.
Metals can be sold back to shops, but is typically not done regularly and only in emergencies. I feel metals are a store of wealth therefore I will not sell back unless absolutely necessary.
You can get pre-1968 US coins (quarters, dimes, nickels) that are 90% silver. They would be useful for small transactions. We bought ours along with larger pure silver coins and bars.
AG, AU, Brass, Lead. If you don't physically hold it you don't own it.
When it comes to precious metals, how does one use that for regular financial things?
Are you all keeping checking accounts? Or cash only?
I only have enough cash in checking for bills. Also have a stash of cash about $6K worth in case of emergencies.
Metals can be sold back to shops, but is typically not done regularly and only in emergencies. I feel metals are a store of wealth therefore I will not sell back unless absolutely necessary.
You can get pre-1968 US coins (quarters, dimes, nickels) that are 90% silver. They would be useful for small transactions. We bought ours along with larger pure silver coins and bars.