Augusta Precious Metals fees and minimums

Request current terms in writing

Minimum order sizes, promotional arrangements and account partner fees can change. We do not publish an unverified current fee schedule or guarantee that a minimum applies to your situation.

Separate the costs

Ask Augusta for the metal purchase price and premium; ask the custodian about setup and annual administration; ask the depository about storage and insurance arrangements.

Model your total cost

Compare what you pay on day one, what you pay each year and the amount you might receive if you sell. Confirm whether any fee waiver is conditional or temporary.

Ask about the exit

Request the current repurchase process and an example of how a sale price is calculated. Do not assume a buyback quote equals your original purchase price.

Why a single fee figure is insufficient

A precious-metals purchase can include a product premium or spread in addition to IRA setup, administration, and storage charges. Some costs are assessed by a dealer and others by separate institutions. Promotions and account minimums can change.

We do not publish an unverified current Augusta fee or minimum as a fixed fact. Request a dated, written quote and all third-party schedules before funding.

Build an apples-to-apples worksheet

Record the exact metal and quantity, total amount paid, reference price at quote time, estimated immediate resale proceeds, setup fee, annual administration, storage, shipping, insurance, and liquidation charges. Note which amounts are estimates.

Calculate both the upfront difference and recurring cost over your intended holding period. Ask whether any waived fee resumes in a later year.

Minimums and practical fit

An account or purchase minimum can make a provider unsuitable for smaller intended allocations even if the investor has sufficient retirement assets overall. Confirm whether a minimum applies to an IRA, cash purchase, first order, or subsequent purchases.

Do not increase an allocation merely to satisfy a sales minimum. Compare the investment size with your broader retirement plan and liquidity needs.

Before you make a decision

Use these questions to turn the information above into a documented comparison rather than relying on a sales conversation.

• What written evidence supports the key claims in “why a single fee figure is insufficient”?
• How would the costs, constraints, or risks in “build an apples-to-apples worksheet” affect my own situation?
• Which details in “minimums and practical fit” must I confirm with the custodian, provider, or independent adviser?

Frequently asked questions

Does Augusta set every IRA charge?

Not necessarily. Custody and storage providers can assess separate charges; obtain their schedules directly.

Are quoted minimums permanent?

Do not assume so. Confirm the applicable minimum for your account and order in writing at the time of inquiry.