What should I compare before accepting a pawn loan?
Ask for the loan amount, interest rate, fees, repayment deadline, and consequences of missing payment. Also compare the offer with the item's likely sale value if you are considering selling instead.
Can a pawn shop buy scrap gold or jewelry?
Some pawn shops buy scrap gold, used jewelry, and diamonds. Butlers specifically lists scrap-gold buying, used and diamond jewelry, and gold and silver bullion services.
What is the difference between an FFL transfer and buying a firearm from a pawn shop?
An FFL transfer is the dealer-handled transfer of a firearm purchased from another seller, while a pawn-shop firearm purchase is made from the shop's own inventory. Ask the dealer about required identification, background checks, transfer fees, and applicable federal and North Carolina rules.
How can I get a fair offer for coins or bullion?
Bring the items in clean but unaltered condition and ask how weight, purity, rarity, and current market prices affect the offer. Coins with collectible value may be worth more than their metal content.