The Process
How It Works
Getting started is simpler than you think. Here's exactly what to expect from your first conversation to your gold being secured.
The 5-Step Process
From conversation to security.
Schedule a Free Consultation
No commitment required. A specialist walks you through your current retirement situation and answers any questions you have about gold IRAs.
Review Your Options
We help you understand which accounts are eligible for rollover, what IRS-approved metals are available, and what the process looks like for your specific situation.
Open Your Self-Directed IRA
We connect you with an accredited custodian who sets up your self-directed IRA. This is the account that will hold your gold.
Fund Your Account via Rollover
Your existing 401(k) or IRA funds are transferred directly to your new account — tax-free and penalty-free when done correctly. Your custodian handles the logistics.
Your Gold is Purchased and Secured
IRS-approved gold is purchased on your behalf and stored in an accredited, insured depository. You receive documentation confirming your holdings.
Schedule a Free Consultation
No commitment required. A specialist walks you through your current retirement situation and answers any questions you have about gold IRAs.
Review Your Options
We help you understand which accounts are eligible for rollover, what IRS-approved metals are available, and what the process looks like for your specific situation.
Open Your Self-Directed IRA
We connect you with an accredited custodian who sets up your self-directed IRA. This is the account that will hold your gold.
Fund Your Account via Rollover
Your existing 401(k) or IRA funds are transferred directly to your new account — tax-free and penalty-free when done correctly. Your custodian handles the logistics.
Your Gold is Purchased and Secured
IRS-approved gold is purchased on your behalf and stored in an accredited, insured depository. You receive documentation confirming your holdings.
What to Expect
A realistic timeline.
Most clients are fully set up within 30–45 days. Here's how the time breaks down.
Same week
Initial consultation
You'll speak with a specialist who learns about your goals and answers your questions.
3–5 business days
IRA setup
Your accredited custodian opens and documents your self-directed IRA.
1–3 weeks
Rollover processing
Funds move directly from your existing account to your new IRA custodian.
1–2 weeks
Gold purchase & delivery
Approved metals are purchased and delivered to the insured depository.
Same week
Initial consultation
You'll speak with a specialist who learns about your goals and answers your questions.
3–5 business days
IRA setup
Your accredited custodian opens and documents your self-directed IRA.
1–3 weeks
Rollover processing
Funds move directly from your existing account to your new IRA custodian.
1–2 weeks
Gold purchase & delivery
Approved metals are purchased and delivered to the insured depository.
Your Questions Answered
Common concerns, honestly addressed.
When done correctly as a direct transfer between qualified accounts, a rollover is not a taxable event. The funds never pass through your personal hands, so there is no distribution to tax. Your custodian handles the paperwork to ensure it's processed properly.
Our Approach
What makes Ardent Gold different.
No Pressure Process
We never push. Our job is to educate, explain your options, and let you decide on your own timeline. If a Gold IRA isn't right for you, we'll tell you.
Educator-First Guidance
We explain the mechanics, the rules, and the trade-offs in plain language. You should understand what you're doing and why — before you do it.
Accredited Partners Only
We work exclusively with IRS-compliant custodians and insured, audited depositories. Every partner in our network meets the standards your retirement deserves.
Ready to take the first step?
Most consultations take less than 20 minutes. No pressure, no obligation — just clear answers.