You probably already know that pawn shops are great places to get cash for your tools, jewelry, and musical instruments. But what about other items? For example, do pawn shops take purses? In today’s blog, we offer some answers. Do Pawn Shops Take Purses? Yes, pawn shops do take purses. Keep in mind, however, that…
When you turn to a pawn shop for quick cash, very often the basic dilemma boils down to “Is it better to pawn or to sell?” In this post, we give you all the information you need to make sense of your options. Is It Better To Pawn or To Sell? The answer depends on…
If you are considering a pawn shop loan as an option to get cash, chances are good that you are wondering: for how long do pawn shops keep items? In this post, we answer this question and provide some tips to keep in mind before taking out a pawn shop loan. How Long Do Pawn…
Whether you need to cover some extra expenses or buy a gift, a dose of extra cash always comes in handy. But how to make cash in one day? Keep reading to discover your alternatives — some are hard, but a couple are extremely easy. How To Make Cash in One Day: the Hard Way…
Everyone knows that pawn shops can be a lifesaver when you need cash fast. But does pawning affect your credit score? In this post, we answer this and other common questions about pawn shops and pawnbroking. Does Pawning Affect Your Credit Score? The quick, short answer is no, pawning an item or failing to repay…
Planning to pawn or sell your laptop? Then keep reading to discover four basic tips you need to know before turning your laptop into cash. 1. Decide if You Want to Pawn or Sell Your Laptop The first thing you have to do is to decide whether you want to pawn or sell your laptop.…
As we have seen in previous posts, pawn shops are great places to find everything from power tools to paintings and designer handbags. But what about engagement rings? In this post we discuss if it’s a good idea to buy an engagement ring from a pawn shop and give you some useful tips if you…
Tools are some of the most popular items in a pawn shop, and for good reason: if you want to pawn them, you can usually get good money, and if you want to buy them, you always find great deals. With this in mind, we have created this guide where we tell you everything you…
Thinking about pawning or selling your guitar? Then you are in luck: today we bring you a quick but comprehensive guide with everything you need to know to get cash in exchange for your guitar. From basic questions such as “Would a pawn shop buy a guitar?” to more specific information, such as the factors…
For our first blog, we thought it fitting to answer one of the most googled questions about pawnshops: How does a pawn shop work? Keep reading to find out! A Brief History of Pawn Shops Before we explain how a pawn shop works, let’s take a step back to sketch out a brief history of…