The AP reports that gold hit an all time high of $1,118 per ounce today. Do you understand why? Do you REALLY understand? And what does gold have to do with real estate (besides that you dig gold out of the ground)?
Great questions!
Gold’s rise is a prime refection of a falling dollar. Why? Because when the dollar “falls”, it takes more dollars to buy anything that’s real. It’s called inflation. Supply and demand play a factor, so just because the dollar falls, doesn’t mean that gold is going to respond immediately and proportionately. But in general terms, a falling dollar means inflation of things that are real. Things like gold, oil and real estate. Typically, gold really takes off when people are nervous about the dollar. So take that for what it’s worth.
The Real Estate Guys don’t claim to be experts at gold, but it’s something we’re very interested in. We watch the demand for gold, oil and treasuries because they give us insight into where cash is moving. When cash moves into real estate or mortgages, then it helps push real estate values up and equity happens. Do you see the connection?
Russ just got back from the Rich Dad Art of a Deal conference with Robert Kiyosaki. Rich Dad Gold Advisor Mike Maloney was there and we invited him to be on The Real Estate Guys show. We figure it he’s smart enough for Mr. Kiyosaki, we’re interested in talking to him. We want to pick his brains on your behalf and find out what he thinks about the movement of cash and its effect on real estate. Sound interesting? Then stay tuned to The Real Estate Guys! To make sure you don’t miss an episode, subscribe to our free podcast. And while you’re at it, sign up for the newsletter – and tell a friend. When you help us grow the audience, we are able to continue to bring you quality guests and programming. Thanks!
