Gold is seen as a safe haven, but every investment method carries trade-offs. Here’s how to decide which is right for you.

Kanazawa gold leaf is a traditional Japanese material known for its remarkable thinness, just 100 nanometers—about 1/1,000 ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

Gold can be a valuable addition to any investor's portfolio. It can protect your money from inflation, shield you from losses from other assets and provide stable returns when the economy is shaky.