Gold prices have reached record highs in recent years, prompting many people to learn how to sell gold for cash. They're scouring their attics and cellars, gathering up their valuable and even scrap gold pieces from old jewelry and heirloom boxes in order to strike while the iron is hot. Gold is worth a lot of money right now, whether it's a shiny gold watch, thick gold chain or a motley assortment of old gold earring posts, gold teeth and gold settings from jewelry with missing stones. When it comes to selling gold, gold buyers don't care where it comes from. It's all valuable to the buyer and worth cash to you, the seller.

Gold buyers seem to be everywhere you look these days. They range from reputable independent gold buying houses to quick cash, street corner operations, online sites and downright scams. It's hard to know who to trust. When looking for the best places to sell gold, be sure to do your homework. It's so easy to fall for attractive ads and tricky gimmicks - especially if you're in a bind for some quick cash.

After you've gathered up your gold jewelry and/or scrap gold pieces, take the time to look for a professional independent gold buyer with a reputation for integrity, who will offer the fair market value that you're entitled to. Pawn shops and 'quick cash for gold' shops will most likely give you the least amount for your gold, while jewelry stores most always will strictly offer store credit instead of cash.

To not get caught in a scam, a good rule of thumb is to look for a gold buyer who is a member of your city's Better Business Bureau, is licensed, and who has a convenient, safe, physical location in addition to an online website. Ralph Mueller & Associates has built an excellent reputation over the last 30 years, serving the Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ areas with experience and credibility in the gold buying industry. To receive top dollar for your gold jewelry, contact us today!