How standard commissions work
The typical retail gold dealer pays its brokers on a sliding scale. A standard gold bullion bar might pay a 1% commission, while a "rare" or specialty coin pushed as a "exclusive" asset might pay 10% or more.
This creates a fundamental conflict: the broker is financially incentivized to steer you away from simple, efficient bullion and toward high-margin products that may not be in your best interest.
Neutral fulfillment
We believe advice—and even simple product information—should be decoupled from profit margins. At Liberty Gold Silver, we have eliminated the sliding scale.
Whether you choose a bullion-heavy core of common coins or specific historical assets, our specialists are rewarded on the service they provide and the clarity of the transaction, not the markup of the product.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | The LGS Desk | Retail Dealers |
|---|---|---|
| Incentive Structure | Product-Neutral | Product-Biased |
| Primary Goal | Bullion-Heavy Portfolio Core | Max-Margin Specialty Coins |
| Fee Transparency | The Written Bond (Pre-Wire) | Hidden in the Spread |
| Sales Pressure | Measured Inquiry | High-Pressure Quotas |
| Team Profile | Specialists & Owners | Commissioned Sales Staff |
A Note on Compliance
Liberty Gold Silver is a physical metals dealer. We provide information and data regarding market conditions and product types to help you weigh your options. We are not financial advisors and do not provide investment advice. The decision to include physical metals in your holdings should be made in consultation with your own financial and legal professionals.