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10 Myths About Gun Owners

There are a lot of myths about gun owners on the Interwebs. For whatever reason, people seem to believe everything they read, watch and listen to about gun owners. Not good — because most of what people read, watch and listen to is B.S.

Our Guide to Buying a Diamond Ring from a Pawn Shop

Purchasing the perfect diamond ring from a pawn shop requires a little bit of patience, luck, and knowledge. The great news is that pawn shops are always getting new diamond rings, so you never know what you will find each time you visit. Because of this, it is something of an exciting adventure

Gervonta Davis Sued For Stiffing Jeweler Out Of $250K, You Wrote Bogus Check!

A jeweler claims Gervonta Davis knowingly paid a $250,000 bill with a counterfeit check.

Inherited Jewelry: What Do I Do with It?

Inheriting multiple pieces of jewelry can be overwhelming. Which pieces are valuable and pieces are costume? Be informed when it comes to your inherited jewelry.

How to Clean Coins to Make Them More Valuable

You come across a rare 1909 Indian Head Cent, generally worth over $400. But wait it’s very dirty and tarnished. What do you do?

How a CNY band teacher used school instruments to get money from pawn shop

James C. Demauro, a Phoenix teacher, admitted to State Police he took school instruments to a pawn shop 25 times.

9 Things You Might Not Know about Pawn Shops ...

So, I recently started getting into shows like Pawn Stars and Hardcore Pawn (which, represent, is located in Detroit, all up on 8 Mile) – which are about pawn shops, naturallyNow, I’ve been in pawn shops, but I’ve never bought anything in one of them, and I’ve never utilized their services.Having finally learned that not everything my TV says is 100 percent true (shock, right?), I decided I better look up some true facts.If you’re curious too, then here are…

How To Shop For Diamonds

Know Your Diamonds Ever since the first diamond engagement ring was given to a 15th century bride, diamond has been the stone of choice for professing your love. But that doesn’t mean you sho…

Selling to and Buying From Pawn Shops: How Do Pawn Shops Determine Value?

Before approaching a pawn shop, learn how do pawn shops determine value of items pledged as collateral. Pawn shops will look into the condition of the item, its resale value, and appraised market value to determine its price and offer you the same. Learn here the ins and outs of buying and selling to pawn shops, including the regulatory agencies which govern them.

12 Fascinating Facts About People Who Go To Pawnshops

Pawning tips: How to find out what your items are worth

The Gold Family is featured on the Tru-TV show "Hardcore Pawn," and they explain to Kathie Lee and Hoda the steps you should take in order to determine the price of your old items.

Trade in unwanted gifts at the ‘Skittles pawn shop’

A Skittles pawn shop has popped up in Toronto. It will take your unwanted gifts in exchange for Skittles.

What is a Pawn Shop Cash and Loan

When wondering how to get a cash loan, you simply go to a pawnshop with something you own that you are willing to leave as collateral. The...

Man buys jewelry with bad check, pawns items for cash

A man allegedly bought two pieces of jewelry at Sartor-Hamman Jewelers on a closed checking account and then pawned it for cash.

Is gun buyback program here the answer?

Times are hard and it seems out of control, but we just have to hope for better days.

Logophile Language Puzzlers: Goofs, Grumps, and Cheese

Is an argumentative person truculent, taciturn, or tractable? Do you make a gaff, gaffe, or guff? Test your word power with the latest Logophile Language Puzzler.

Making Sure We're No Longer Pawns

Family caregivers aren't pawns that help others make money. Family caregivers are important customers that help providers stay in business.