If you've amassed collectibles over the years and want to profit from your purchases, one way is to sell them through an auction.
Whether it is art, furniture, memorabilia or other collectibles, selling at auction allows you to reach a wide audience.
So how can you go about it?
Read on to find out…
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I told you, I told you, I told you. Bitcoin is terrible and you need to avoid it!
Last year, I wrote about how bitcoin was on its way to failure. And, the trouble for this currency continues to stop its ability to grow.
Guess what the worst performing currency against the dollar was last year? Bitcoin! The crypto-currency peaked in late 2013 trading at around $1,150. Since then, it has swi... ››› more
The price of Bitcoin has certainly been on a rollercoaster ride over the past year or so. After shooting up 8,500% in 2013, by January this year it was down 85%.
So what lies in store for the price of Bitcoin after its bubble burst?
Let's take a closer look…
Bitcoin is now finding its true value
A good comparison with what happened with the Bitcoin price is to look at the US housi... ››› more
If you want to invest outside of the stock market and other financial markets, what are your options?
There are a huge number of potential investment opportunities that you can look to.
Let's take a closer look at what's on offer…
Why put money into alternative investments?
Since recovering from the financial crisis, the stock market has been in a bull run. And when valuations of... ››› more
Bitcoin has amazing potential. It has the potential to revolutionise so many aspects of the finance world.
But there is one problem with Bitcoin. And that's the volatility of its price.
Let's take a closer look…
The price of Bitcoin continues to bounce about
Since its launch, the Bitcoin price has been on a roller coaster ride.
Just have a look at the chart below. This shows th... ››› more
At the beginning of last week, a major step forward in the evolution of digital currencies happened.
That is, the launch of the Coinbase Bitcoin Exchange, the first licensed exchange for the digital currency in the US.
So what does this mean for Bitcoin?
Read on to find out…
The launch of the Coinbase Bitcoin Exchange
Last Monday, the Coinbase Bitcoin Exchange launched in the U... ››› more
We are on the cusp of a revolution with money.
Thanks to the introduction of digital currencies, the global economy, the financial system and the ways payments are processed are going to change.
Digital currencies have the scope to slash financial fees, allow people to use their money without the need for a bank account and bring about a new way for transacting around the globe.
And with... ››› more
The world of Bitcoin hit the headlines last year. Its price was a big talking point as well as some scandal.
This year, the price of Bitcoin remains down after tumbling over 60% last year. But this also means that you can get your hands on Bitcoin for a lot less than you previously could.
The potential for Bitcoin and its technology is vast. It's just going to take time for more people to us... ››› more
The price of Bitcoin has had it tough over the last year. But just because the price is down, it doesn't mean that there isn't amazing potential with the digital currency and the technology it uses.
So what is so special about the technology that Bitcoin uses? And how can you get your slice of the action?
Read on to find out…
The special thing about Bitcoin is the blockchain
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In its short life, 2014 was by far the worst year for Bitcoin. The digital currency shed a massive 67%. That means it earns the worst performing ‘currency' award of last year.
So far, 2015 isn't looking much better for Bitcoin. Two weeks ago it plummeted another 47% to $170. Now it's back around $265.
Let's take a closer look at what's going on and what may lie ahead…
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Investing isn't all about putting your money into stocks and bonds. You can add diversification to your portfolio by adding exposure to property, gold and cash.
But you're not just limited to these investments either.
You can also consider buying alternative investments to add further diversification.
So what types of alternative investments can you think about including?
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If you have a passion for literature, chances are you're aware of the market for rare books.
So does trying to get your hands on rare books pose a good investment option?
Let's take a closer look…
Are rare books a viable investment option?
There are some who don’t see rare books as a true investment. They believe they are something you collect.
The basis of that belief is tha... ››› more
If you're thinking about putting some cash into an alternative investment, rare books could be worth a look.
They're a bit different to other collectibles. The market isn't very liquid and you might have to hold onto a book for decades until you can sell it on for a profit.
But if literature is a passion of yours, you can combine this love with investing.
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When it comes to investing in coins, the first thing that may come to mind is Kruger rands.
But dig a little deeper into the world of numismatics and you'll come across ancient coins.
If you're passionate about history, this investment vein may take your fancy.
But is investing in historic coins a worthwhile venture? And if you decide to take the plunge, what's the best way to go about it... ››› more
If you want to invest in art, the costs can be high. Picking up pieces by artistic greats isn't cheap.
If your budget doesn't stretch to that, the next best thing to do is concentrate on artists showing fantastic potential.
And if photographic pieces are you thing, this artist is worth taking a closer look at.
Read on to find out more…
A photographic artist showing great potential... ››› more
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