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Do pawn stores rip you off?
Good quality stuff for a sharply discounted price. Have known several pawn shop owners- they work hard for a slim profit margin, people assume they buy stolen goods, and rip people off. In general, they don’t.
Why should you avoid pawn shops?
The Appeal of Pawning With pawnshop loans, you stand to lose the item you left with the pawnbroker. Depending on what you put up for collateral, that could be a big loss for you. If you’re a freelancer who trades in their laptop, for example, you may not be able to work if you’re unable to pay back your loan.
What percentage does a pawn shop give you?
At a pawn shop, you leave your property—the most commonly pawned items are jewelry, electronic and photography equipment, musical instruments, and firearms. In return, the pawnbroker typically lends you approximately 25\% to 60\% of the item’s resale value. The average amount of a pawn shop loan is about $75–$100.
Why do pawn shops charge so much?
Many people at pawn shops don’t know about all the different factors that can impact the value of an item, so they might appraise it for much less than it’s actually worth. In other cases, pawn shop employees might appraise the items higher and, as a result, set prices higher than expected.
How do pawn shops not get ripped off?
How to Negotiate at a Pawn Shop
- Don’t tell them where you got it.
- Don’t tell them how much you paid for it.
- Don’t tell them you know how much it’s worth.
- Find out how much its worth on your own.
- Let them make the first offer.
- Be prepared to walk.
Which is better pawn or sell?
A pawn loan is less of a risk for the pawnbroker, because they aren’t as concerned about reselling the piece. If you have a valuable you don’t mind parting with and you don’t want to have to worry about paying back a loan, then it may be easier for you to just sell. You will have the extra cash you need on the spot.