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by Bean
Mon Jun 11, 2012 8:44 pm
Forum: Permanent Portfolio Discussion
Topic: Chart: Total Real Return - Permanent Portfolio vs S&P 500
Replies: 24
Views: 16406

Re: Chart: Total Real Return - Permanent Portfolio vs S&P 500

This graph leads me to believe either the stock market is about to go parabolic up or it will revert and oscillate below the mean (being the PP).  I believe it is the latter for several reasons, that I can sum it up with "history doesn't always repeat, but it does rhymes."
by Bean
Fri Jun 01, 2012 8:20 pm
Forum: Gold
Topic: how to handle gold?
Replies: 14
Views: 8763

Re: how to handle gold?

Didn't realize PVC could leach into gold coins! I wrapped mine in bits of glad wrap to prevent nicking, and stored in the coin tube sent by Colorado Gold.  Fortunately, major food plastic wrap brands are supposedly PVC free...but is this ok? The is gold inert, so the gold will still be gold no matt...
by Bean
Fri Jun 01, 2012 9:35 am
Forum: Gold
Topic: how to handle gold?
Replies: 14
Views: 8763

Re: how to handle gold?

Protection: I am a big fan of the products sold by Air-Tite.  I use their direct fit holders that cost 55 cents and are made of an inert acrylic (PVC can react with with bullion coins). Are those little plastic bags with a flap that coins come in typically PVC?  How to tell what you got? I typical ...
by Bean
Thu May 31, 2012 10:07 pm
Forum: Gold
Topic: how to handle gold?
Replies: 14
Views: 8763

Re: how to handle gold?

If you are paranoid like me and want to maintain numistic value also... Handling: I use a pair of clean cotton winter gloves that I never wear. Main thing is to try and avoid contact with chemicals and oil from your skin. Protection: I am a big fan of the products sold by Air-Tite.  I use their dire...
by Bean
Mon May 28, 2012 10:37 pm
Forum: Other Discussions
Topic: How Old Are You And What Is Your Goal Using The PP?
Replies: 82
Views: 38490

Re: How Old Are You And What Is Your Goal Using The PP?

Age: 28
Goal: 25 x annual expenses, then 25 x annual income