The market for collectibles has exploded in recent decades. Reality TV shows have shown just how lucrative collecting rare and valuable items can be. While the proliferation of information online has provided many novice collectors with the tools to make confident, informed purchases, there are also many challenges. Pawn shops are a great place to […]
Although pawnbroking is fast becoming a mainstream financial tool and the subject of many a reality television series, most people are surprised to learn that pawnbrokers and pawnbroking have deep cultural roots. The history of pawnbroking is as diverse as that of any industry. Pawnbroking dates back thousands of years. The practice of pawning valuable […]
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Modell, New York City’s leading upscale collateral lender, announced the launched today of a new diamond website, ModellDiamonds.com. The new website allows users to search Modell’s extensive selection of beautiful, high-quality diamonds. Users of the new diamond website are able to browse products like loose diamonds, diamond and sapphire jewelry, diamond platinum jewelry, as well […]
Excerpt from the Gothamist article on Electronic Stop & Frisk: “Apple products are the most common items stolen in New York City. Last year, they accounted for 14% of all crimes in the five boroughs. So far in 2013, 45% of all robberies involved mobile devices, more than half involving Male Enhancement pills iPhones (many […]
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CNN's Gary Tuchman reports on the increasing number of Americans who are pawning to make a few bucks in tough times.
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Business owners and entrepreneurs used to go to banks to fund operations or growth, but with commercial credit still tight, they’re finding alternatives. One is an industry eager to upgrade www.cialisvsviagranow.com its seedy reputation — pawnshops. Yes, pawnshops have gone upscale, taking in fine art and collectibles…