Why People Focus on APR, and Why They Shouldn’t

Why People Focus on APR, and Why They Shouldn't Written by Steven Adsit, a 15-year Pawnbroker, NPA Member and Colorado State President Reprinted with permission from the author Recently, in a pawnbroker forum, the discussion turned to State Rate Caps on Payday Lenders. …

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What’s the Difference Between Payday Loans and Pawns?

What is the difference between a pawn and a payday loan? Learn at The Pawnbroker Network blog!

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Should I Sell My Diamond at a Pawnshop?

We've all heard the phrase 'diamonds are forever', but what if you need to sell yours for money today? This article will help you understand how a pawn shop can help you use your diamond jewelry to get the cash you need.…

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How Much Will a Pawnshop Pay for My Watch?

Whether you’re looking to cash in on a watch you no longer wear or starting a collection, pawnshops are a great resource for getting the most value in luxury watches!

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Bibb commissioners vote to approve moratoriums for pawn shops, liquor stores

The moratorium on pawn shops is for up to 6 months while the ban on new liquor stores is indefinite.

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Three Keys to Handling a Media Crisis in Your Pawnshop

Ever wonder why there’s so much bad news out there? Maybe it’s because people find bad news more interesting than good news. The findings of a study from the National Academy of Sciences, hint that this human bias toward negative news might be a…

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What is the Value of Sports Memorabilia at a Pawnshop?

Pawnbrokers are constantly looking for new items for pawnshop collections. Sports memorabilia items ranging from autographed baseballs to collectible cards and even jerseys seem to be always in demand. So, pawn shops value these sports treasures too. What can be the potential…

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Pawnshops and Luxury Items – How to tell if a luxury handbag is real or fake

Want the look of high fashion and love luxury designer handbags like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, or Gucci? You can find these bags on marketplace and craigslist, unbranded kiosks, and even flea markets in Atlanta and the surrounding area. So, it’s important to…

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