Taking delivery vs custody?

There are advantages and disadvantages to taking personal possession or holding your investment in a custody account. A quick review of your motivations and objectives will help you make that right for you.

	Advantages	Disadvantages
Custody	Greater liquidity and expedited transactions High-security vaulting facilities Convenience Insurance	Custody Fees Like a bank or brokerage account, your assets are held by someone other than yourself
Personal Possession	Satisfaction of having complete control of your asset. Direct custody of investment.	Liquidation Delays; Lack of Security, Insurance