Augusta vs American Hartford Gold

Augusta currently publishes a $50,000 Gold & Silver IRA minimum; American Hartford Gold publishes a $10,000 minimum order size for its self-directed Gold IRA.

Key differences to compare

The minimum difference is substantial, but minimum alone should not decide the provider. American Hartford Gold says storage fees vary based on account size and holdings. Augusta publishes an example schedule. Ask each for a current written quote that includes custody, storage and the metal purchase price.

Use the same checklist for both

1. Confirm the current minimum.
2. Request all setup, annual and storage fees in writing.
3. Ask for the exact purchase price of the proposed metals.
4. Ask what the company would pay to repurchase the same items today.
5. Confirm the IRA custodian and depository.
6. Review the provider’s process without relying on guaranteed-return or urgency claims.

See our company-selection guide for the full due-diligence checklist.