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Digital Gold is the new way of investing in Gold. Hence, there are many myths around it. Let's find out the truth.
Introduction
We all know that gold has captured imagination and obsessed people throughout the ages. It never goes out of style, and now with the emergence of digital gold, there are many misconceptions about digital gold that are circulating in the market.
Actual 24k 99.9% pure gold is kept safe in a vault in your name by one of India's three gold banks—Augmont, MMTC-PAMP, and SafeGold—for every gram of gold you buy.
You can buy, sell, or request the delivery of physical gold to your home with just one click of a button on the app.
On top of that, there is no minimum purchase need for digital gold. You can start with a purchase as low as Re 1. Now everyone can buy gold.
But as people are new to this asset, there are many misconceptions and doubts floating around about digital gold.
Let's bust each of them together to help you make better decisions:
Myth 1: Only the Rich Can Afford to Invest in Gold
Truth: Not in the least! The Jar app offers Digital Gold at a price as low as Re 1. Yes, you read that right.
Many people consider gold to be a status symbol; however, contrary to popular assumption, you can invest any amount of money you want.
You can obtain gold at a low cost, making it a cost-effective investment. The once-unattainable precious metal is now widely available to everybody.
Myth 2: Digital Gold Isn't Pure Gold
Truth: On Jar, digital gold is backed by 99.5% 24 karat purity. When you buy Digital Gold, you’re actually buying from mediators helping you access that gold from reputed companies like Augmont Gold Ltd., SafeGold, and MMTC-PAMP India Pvt. Ltd. So it's real, safe, and pure.
Myth 3: Gold Investments Are Risky
Truth: Every investment carries some risk and has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. The same goes for gold. Gold, in reality, has a lower risk component than other highly volatile investments such as stocks and equities.
Gold is a desirable investment since it is a valuable natural resource that is always in demand. It's a good way to protect yourself from inflation and dangerous investments.
Myth 4: Gold is a paper certification of Gold ownership
Truth: That's not true. You really own gold, even if you can't see it. Regardless of the amount, we store every gold purchase in a secure and insured vault. Customers can access their gold purchases at any moment and take delivery of them.
Myth 5: Gold Investments Don't Bear Any Interest
Truth: The truth is just the opposite. Well-planned gold investments can pay out handsomely. For real.
Purchasing gold is similar to holding a form of currency, which increases its security when compared to risky stock purchases. Gold can help you balance your portfolio, function as an inflation hedge, and provide excellent long-term capital returns.
Even if they are only three years old, long-term capital gains after the sale of goods are subject to a 20% tax with additional benefits.
For the past 92 years, gold prices have been steadily rising. Gold has intrinsic value and has been a terrific asset in India, with even stronger returns YoY.
Traditionally, people view gold as a solid investment alternative because it has a higher resale value than diamonds or platinum.
Myth 6: Gold Purchases Require a Lot of Paperwork
Truth: Digital gold is very simple and convenient. A phone, internet access, and a bank account or UPI are all that is required to get started. Ta-da!
In no time, the gold will be on its way to you. You can buy up to 30 grams of digital gold without KYC on the Jar App.
It's just like buying anything else online. PAN card information is required only in circumstances when the transaction exceeds Rs. 2 lakh.
Myth 7: Digital Gold Is Different From Physical Gold
Truth: No, it is not! You can convert your gold balance to physical gold (coins or jewellery) if it reaches 0.5 gm.
The Jar app lets you withdraw or convert money into gold delivered to your door at any time.
In fact, it's better than physical gold, as you can save in fractions according to your spending power.
You don't break the bank with expensive jewellery or coins in one go. Your digital gold is stored in vaults with the gold banks, which are fully insured; hence, there's no risk of theft either.
Myth 8: Long-term Returns are Best in Equity
Truth: This isn't always the case. Gold frequently outperforms other assets. If you check the data over the last five and ten years, you'll discover that the returns have regularly outperformed those of equities.
In reality, saving in gold protects you from the wild swings in the stock market.
Myth 9: Additional or Hidden Charges For Storage
Truth: Jar is a firm believer in transparency. When you invest using the Jar app, you only trade pure gold, which is 24 carats.
All the money you spend is invested in gold. You will only be charged 3% GST at the time of purchase.
There are no additional fees or storage charges. All digital Gold is stored for free in high-security vaults and is fully insured.
Conclusion
Now that we've cleared the air and established the facts, don't you agree Digital Gold is worth a try? Don't let this opportunity pass by. All it takes is 45 seconds and Re 1.
Jar is more than just a digital investment app. It's also an automatic investment tool that allows you to save money without breaking the bank. Grow your savings.
Start investing in Digital Gold right away with the Jar app!
