Find you how and when the gold buyer will pay you. The best companies can make payment the same day of receiving your gold and confirming the price with you. If a company tells you it will take a few weeks to pay you, something is wrong. Once they have your gold, they should pay as quickly as possible.

How they will pay you is also important. If they say they can only send you a check in the mail, be leery. Most established companies today, including those that buy gold, are willing to use a variety of methods to make payments. Ask if you can be paid by check, money gram, PayPal or even a direct deposit into your checking account. The more options they give you, the better their service will be.

Finally, go with your instincts. Call customer service or email the company with any questions you might have. The more helpful the gold buyer is, the better you'll do when selling your gold.