Blog - PawnMate Pawn Shop
Apr 27

Pawn Loans Versus Payday Loans and why you should pawn instead

If you need quick access to money, you may have come across both payday loans and pawning as options. Both offer fast access to funds, but there are numerous differences between them, and it’s important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of each.

One key difference between pawning and payday loans is their cost. Payday loans can be very expensive due to the high interest that’s applied to them. On the other hand, pawning allows you to pay much lower interest rates, as the lender doesn’t actually loan you money. Instead, they hold your item until you can pay off the loan.

Another advantage to pawning is that it allows you to retain ownership of your item until the loan is repaid. This means that you don’t have to worry about giving the lender ownership of your item or having your credit score negatively impacted. Furthermore, some pawn shops offer loans with long repayment terms, which can provide you with more flexibility and a better chance to pay off your loan.

When considering whether to take a payday loan or pawn an item, it is important to consider your situation and budget. If you’re looking for a fast and easy access to a small amount of cash, a payday loan may be a suitable option for you. However, if you are looking for a longer-term loan and lower interest rates, it would be wise to consider pawning.

At the end of the day, it’s important to find the best option that works for your financial situation. Both payday loans and pawning can offer you quick access to cash; however, be sure to weigh the pros and cons of each before making your decision.

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Apr 04

Figure Out EXACTLY What Your Scrap Gold Is Worth

This is how YOU figure out what YOUR scrap gold is worth. I put this out here because there are A LOT of unethical companies and pawn shops out there. If you want to sell your scrap gold to us, we will work through this with you. First, let's learn about gold. Gold is measured by weight and PURITY. Weight is in grams, ounces, or pennyweight. My observations that the less than ethical companies use "penny weight" to skew your calculations making it look like they are paying you a lot, when they are paying you a little. The price of gold is ALWAYS referenced to Troy Ounces. This is different from a "regular" ounce. A regular ounce is 28 grams, a Troy ounce is 31.1 grams. Now that you understand grams and ounces, let's look at penny weight. What is a penny weight? Does that mean anything to you? Probably not. One troy ounce is 20 penny weight.

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Mar 14

What is my coin worth?

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Mar 03

How to sell your coins without being "Taken for a Ride"

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