Gold IRA Depositories

A depository stores the physical precious metals owned by the IRA under the arrangement selected through the custodian or trustee.

What to compare

• Whether the custodian supports the facility.
• Storage fees and whether they vary by method or value.
• How metals are recorded and accounted for.
• Insurance arrangements described by the provider.
• Procedures for sale, transfer or eligible distribution.

A depository is not a substitute for understanding the IRA trustee/custodian relationship. Ask the custodian to explain the full chain of ownership and possession.