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How to spot a fake from the real thing?

How to spot a fake from the real thing?

Last year, there were an estimated 30,000 fake items in circulation on the UK’s high street. The good news is that with a little bit of caution, yo...

What items can I pawn and what are the best luxury investments to ensure a high market value?

Items To Pawn Taking out a pawn loan could be a good way to get some cash quickly if you're short on it! With the proper knowledge of what items to...

What can I get for pawning my sneakers?

If you have a pair of sneakers that you’re not using anymore, it makes sense to see if you can get some money for them. But how much are they worth...

How long have pawn shops existed?

There has always been one problem that people around the world have faced from time to time - the need for quick cash. For almost as long, pawning ...

What things do pawn shops want from you?

Are you in need of quick cash? There's no need to worry if that's the case! The following is a list of items that pawn shops always buy. Pawn sho...

CHOOSING THE RIGHT TYPE OF RING?

When you start to look at rings, whether they are engagement rings, wedding rings or fashion rings to revitalise your closet, there is a wide selec...

Everything You Need To Know About Pawnshops

Have you got a rare and precious item to sell? Maybe a designer hand-me-down you want to let go of for collateral? Or maybe, you're looking for a...

An Afternoon With A Pawnbroker

Pawnbrokers have one of the most interesting occupations on the planet. They consistently meet different people from different walks of life - eve...

The Best Place to Sell Gold in NYC

Are you looking to sell gold pieces and jewellery in the NYC area? Look no further as Gem Pawnbrokers offer some of the best prices for your preci...

Pros vs Cons of Pawnshops and Pawnbrokers

Have you ever been curious about what goes into pawning off an item? Or maybe you have an item you’re thinking about pawning but are unsure about ...

What Are The Best Items To Pawn? - Understanding How To Pawn

A pawnbroker or a pawn shop is a business that loans money to people who bring valuable items to sell-off. There are many items you can trade or p...

What can I buy and sell in a Pawn Shop?

If you are wondering what items you can sell in a pawn shop, you will be surprised to know that there really are only a few things that they do not...

How do Pawn Shops work online?

Online pawn shops work just like any other business on the internet. Instead of making the transaction in person, transactions are usually closed w...