American Hartford Gold
Key Facts
- Min. Investment
- $10,000
- Annual Fees
- $175–$375/year (custodian + storage)
- Founded
- 2015
- IRA Types
- Traditional, Roth, SEP, SIMPLE
Overview
American Hartford Gold was founded in 2015 by CEO Sanford Mann and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company focuses on gold and silver IRAs and direct physical precious metals purchases. Its fee structure is one of the more accessible in the specialist category — no setup fee and no company management fee. Annual costs come entirely from the third-party custodian (Equity Trust) and chosen depository. For rollovers of $50,000 or more, first-year fees are often waived entirely.
Pros
- ✓Low $10,000 minimum — accessible starting point
- ✓Zero setup fee and zero company management fee
- ✓First-year fee waivers for rollovers of $50,000 or more
- ✓Supports Traditional, Roth, SEP, SIMPLE, 401(k), 403(b), and TSP rollovers
- ✓Uses three IRS-approved depositories — Delaware, Brinks, and IDS
Cons
- –Newer company — shorter track record than specialists founded in the 2000s
- –Product pricing not published on website
- –Promotional fee waivers tied to qualifying rollover amounts — confirm in writing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum investment at American Hartford Gold?
American Hartford Gold's minimum is $10,000. This is lower than several competitors and makes the company accessible to smaller rollover balances.
What fees does American Hartford Gold charge?
No setup fee and no company management fee. Annual costs are a $75 custodian fee and storage fees of $100–$300 depending on storage type. Rollovers of $50,000 or more often qualify for first-year fee waivers.
Does American Hartford Gold charge liquidation fees?
No. American Hartford Gold does not charge fees when you sell metals back. Their three-step buyback process is designed to be straightforward and cost-free to initiate.