Lear Capital Named Best Gold IRA for Longstanding Experience by Forbes Advisor
Financial publication Forbes Advisor has recognized Lear Capital as the top Gold IRA provider for its nearly 30 years of operational history. The firm received a 4.5-star rating in the review.
Lear Capital, a precious metals firm established in 1997, has been named the "Best Gold IRA for Longstanding Experience" by Forbes Advisor in its 2026 ranking of gold IRA companies. The Los Angeles-based firm was awarded a 4.5-out-of-5 star rating.
The recognition stemmed from an evaluation of 20 gold IRA providers across 25 criteria, including coin availability, account minimums, fees, and customer sentiment. Forbes Advisor specifically highlighted Lear Capital's extensive history, noting it as the longest-operating company reviewed. The publication also pointed out that Lear Capital offers all four IRS-approved precious metals—gold, silver, platinum, and palladium—for self-directed IRAs.
Forbes Advisor's review also noted Lear Capital's price-match guarantee, where the company will match or beat a competitor's price on a identified metal within 24 hours of purchase. The company achieved a consumer sentiment score of 8.3 out of 10. John Ohanesian, CEO of Lear Capital, stated that nearly three decades in business provides valuable insight into customer needs for physical metal investments.
Forbes Advisor stated its ratings are determined solely by its editorial team and are independent of any advertising relationships. Lear Capital, founded in 1997, assists investors in diversifying portfolios with precious metals through self-directed IRAs.