Just moved some 401k to Gold with Augusta. Feeling good

• •We’re talking about a mid-six-figure amount here, definitely north of $500k, so it wasn’t a decision I took lightly.
• •My overall experience with Augusta was quite smooth, honestly.
• •They walked me through the process, explained the fees clearly, and helped me select the right types of gold coins for the IRA.

Okay, so after a good amount of deliberation (and a lot of research during late nights after clinic hours), I finally pulled the trigger and rolled over a significant chunk of my 401k into a Gold IRA with Augusta Precious Metals. We’re talking about a mid-six-figure amount here, definitely north of $500k, so it wasn’t a decision I took lightly. My wife, also a doctor, was a bit more skeptical initially, wanting to keep everything in the market, but she came around after seeing the data and how much I've been eyeing diversification given everything going on globally.

My overall experience with Augusta was quite smooth, honestly. From the initial educational materials to speaking with their reps (who weren't pushy at all, which was a huge relief), I felt like I was in competent hands. They walked me through the process, explained the fees clearly, and helped me select the right types of gold coins for the IRA. As someone who appreciates clear communication and efficiency, they hit the mark. The whole process, from first contact to actually seeing the metals secured, took about 3-4 weeks, which felt reasonable for this kind of transaction.

Living in Boston, I'm used to a certain level of professionalism, and Augusta definitely delivered on that front. I've had a diversified portfolio for years, mostly stocks and some real estate, but I've been feeling increasingly uneasy about inflation and geopolitical instability. Gold, for me, is that ballast – something to weather the storms. It's not about making huge gains, but protecting what I've built. I'm 52 now, so capital preservation is becoming more and more important as retirement looms closer.

Now that it's done, there's a definite sense of relief. But also, a lingering question: did I allocate enough? Or too much? I'm aiming for around 10-15% of my overall portfolio in precious metals. For those of you who've gone through similar rollovers or have significant gold exposure, what percentage do you feel is optimal for capital preservation vs. growth? Any long-term Augusta customers here who can share their experience past the initial setup?