GEM Pawnbrokers' Blog

How old do you have to be to get a loan?

How old do you have to be to get a loan?

In most cases, you must be over 18 in the United States to get a loan with a few exceptions such as a student loan. This rule also applies to pawn ...

How are pawn shop prices decided?

You may be wondering how pawn shops set their prices and this is an interesting question as it isn’t as straightforward as many think. Many factors...

Tips for buying a used smartphone

The average price of a smartphone in the US is around $823 with some high-end models commanding a much higher price tag. With many people feeling t...

What can I pawn for $500?

If you are looking to raise some money quickly like $500 then a pawn shop is a great to get cash fast. Whether you are looking for a loan or sellin...

Buying and selling your designer sunglasses at a pawn shop

Who doesn’t love a good pair of sunglasses at this time of year? And there’s nothing better than a great pair of designer sunglasses to protect you...

Why are people choosing pawn shop loans for their personal loans?

Whilst the economic climate remains uncertain many people are struggling financially and are looking for ways to make their money go further or sea...

Which is best a pawn loan or a payday loan?

Many of us need a little cash boost at the moment to get through an expensive month or special occasion and are weighing up the options available. ...

Top tips for buying a wedding ring from a pawn shop

Getting married can be so expensive and choosing the right wedding ring for your beloved is just one part of the big day. So how do you choose the ...

Selling gold: Pawn shop vs gold buyer

There are so many adverts trying to tempt us into selling our gold as the time is right and you can release so much cash, but are these gold buyers...

Pawn shop rules and regulations

Pawn shops are on the rise due to the increasing need to raise money to pay bills in a tough economy. Pawn shops provide a quick and easy way of ac...

Finding deals at a pawn shop: What you need to know

Buying items from a local pawn shop is often a great alternative to big branded retail shops as they can offer some great advantages. The key advan...

Do pawn shops buy game consoles?

Pawn shops like GEM Pawnbrokers, buy a wide range of items including electronics such as game consoles. So, if you are looking to sell your game co...

Buy Affordable Sterling Silver at New York Pawn Shops

Pawn shops are a great place to find affordable items especially in New York where there is a great network of reliable pawn shops. Sterling silver...