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01-05-2025
- Business
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7 Best Things To Pawn for Extra Cash
If you're a fan of current reality shows like 'Pawn Stars' or former ones like 'Hardcore Pawn,' you're already familiar with how pawnshops work. While you can sell almost anything at a pawnshop, certain items are more in demand than others — and more likely to fetch higher dollar amounts. Check Out: Trending Now: Knowing what to expect can be helpful if you're in a pinch and need the best cash offer. Keep reading to learn more about pawnshops and find out the best things to pawn for extra cash. There are about 10,000 pawnshops nationwide, according to the National Pawnbrokers Association, many of which are family-owned businesses. Typically, you bring an item to a pawnshop, and the pawnbroker will offer you a short-term loan based on the item's value. If you pay off your loan in time, you get your item back. If you don't pay the loan in time, the pawnshop is free to sell your item. A personal loan from a bank is a better alternative if you qualify. Otherwise, pawning might be a viable option. You can also sell your items outright. Here is a look at some advantages and disadvantages of pawnshops and other key considerations: Pro: Pawnshops don't care about your credit, so you can get a loan even if you have poor credit. Con: The exorbitant annual percentage rate you'll pay on the loan may not help your financial situation. For example, the shops are regulated by states, so how much interest they charge varies widely. This can range anywhere from 12% to over 240% APR, according to Nolo. A 240% APR means you'd pay 20% interest per month until the loan is paid off. Pro: If you fail to pay back your pawnshop loan, it won't affect your credit score — you'll simply forfeit your pawned item. Con: Pawnshops only loan you about 25% to 60% of an item's resale value. If you pawn a piece of jewelry worth $1,000, you might get a loan amount of between $250 and $600, but you won't get the value of the item. And, of course, you'll risk forfeiting a $1,000 piece. Pro: You'll be able to get cash on the same day, so if you need money in a hurry and have no other options, a pawnshop may work for you. Con: A high percentage of people aren't able to repay the money owed. The average loan from a pawnshop is $150 and lasts 30 days, according to the NPA. About 85% of people do pay back their loans and reclaim their items. Discover More: If you need some extra money one of the easiest ways to score some is to sell items that are in good condition from around your house. You don't even necessarily have to give up anything as long as you pay back the loan on time. You can try to negotiate the price they offer you if you think it's too low. Different pawnshops could make different offers, and loan amounts can vary widely depending on the broker, the popularity of the item in a particular market and the item's condition. If you have time, visit several pawnshops to get the best offer on everything from precious metals to firearms. Since pawnshops typically offer somewhere between 25% and 60% of an item's resale value, you'll need to pawn an item worth between $835 and $2,000 to get $500. Here are the seven best things to pawn for quick cash. Concentrate on items with gold, diamonds or platinum. Pawnshops sell a lot of jewelry, and they often have someone on hand with specific expertise in gold and precious stones. They'll be familiar with things like cut, carat weight and melt value. If you aren't familiar with current prices on jewelry, it might be smart to bring the pieces to a jewelry store that sells pre-owned and estate jewelry to get a quote for comparison, and perhaps a better deal. Precious metals are easy to pawn because they tend to appreciate over time. This makes them a good risk for a pawnshop. If you're looking to pawn a nice, new TV, it needs to be high-definition or 4K to fetch a significant price. Gently used or new electronics are often the most sought-after items at a pawnshop and come with a good resale value. Collectibles can be tricky, with some commanding far more money than others. Some collectors' items are worth well over $500, so do your homework by researching values on WorthPoint or checking sold prices on eBay before you head out to a pawnshop. Note that some collections aren't worth much at all; your collection of Beanie Babies, vintage band T-shirts or royal memorabilia probably won't get you much. Much like collectibles, coins can vary widely in value. A 1964 Kennedy half dollar is worth about $10, whereas a 1913 Liberty Head V Nickel averages over $3 million, so be sure you know what your coins are worth before pawning them. High-end firearms that are registered to you and are in good working order can easily get you a $500 loan. If you happen to have one of the following, you can probably get $500 for it at a pawnshop: Macintosh 128K — Worth $1,500 to $3,000 Pioneer SX-1980 Stereo Receiver — Worth $10,000 to $15,000 An original, unopened iPhone — Worth $3,000 to $6,000 You can sell almost anything at a pawnshop, but some items command higher prices. Keep in mind that if you never pick up your item, the pawnbroker needs to sell it to make a profit. However, if the pawnshop has a lot of inventory of whatever you're selling, they might not buy it at all, or you may get a very low offer. The bottom line is that if you need cash in a hurry and you have an item you won't miss a pawnshop could be a good option for you. Keep in mind that interest rates and finance charges can be quite high, so consider other sources of cash if you can afford to wait a bit. Caitlyn Moorhead contributed to the reporting for this article. More From GOBankingRates 5 Luxury Cars That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Spring 2025 4 Things You Should Do if You Want To Retire Early The New Retirement Problem Boomers Are Facing How Far $750K Plus Social Security Goes in Retirement in Every US Region This article originally appeared on 7 Best Things To Pawn for Extra Cash Sign in to access your portfolio
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26-04-2025
- Health
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National Drug Take Back Day: Mother who lost son to drug addiction urges others to dispose of prescriptions
The Brief A local mother who lost her son to drug addiction joined law enforcement to encourage others to dispose of prescriptions safely during National Drug Take Back Day. She lost her son in 2019 after he took a pill that was laced with fentanyl, passing away at 19 years old. Law enforcement officials urge families to correctly dispose of unwanted medications at any drop-off location, including many police departments, sheriff's offices and hospitals. TAMPA, Fla. - A local mother who lost her teenage son following a battle with drug addiction joined law enforcement and doctors from the Tampa Bay area to encourage people to safely dispose of their prescription medications during National Drug Take Back Day. The backstory Megan LaDue's son, Wade Green, died in 2019 after taking what he thought was a painkiller. Megan said the pill had been laced with fentanyl and her son didn't survive, passing away at the age of 19. READ: Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' talks about son's overdose death: 'There is nothing worse' "Wade was my beautiful son. He was so athletic. He was musically just so talented," LaDue said. "There is no greater pain than to lose your child and to lose a child that battled with addiction and...I, 19 years ago, would have said I would never be sitting here, and I don't want people to be naive because addiction can happen to anyone." Her life mission is to share her son's story as a warning to parents, especially during a news conference previewing National Drug Take Back Day. "Most kids, it starts getting a pill out of the parent's medicine cabinet. I know my son did that with a friend and so, if you can make it not accessible to them and protect them, or have them locked up properly and then dispose of them properly, it is so important," she said. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube What you can do Federal and local law enforcement representatives are urging families to take this opportunity to correctly dispose of unwanted medications on Saturday at any drop-off location, including many police departments, sheriff's offices and hospitals. What they're saying "DEA and our local law enforcement partners and health care partners, we'll be collecting tablets, capsules, patches, liquids and other forms of prescription medication at numerous locations throughout Florida," said Bill Stockman with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. "Bring your unused prescription drugs to our drug take-back day. You aren't just clearing out your medicine cabinets, you're saving lives," added Hillsborough State Attorney Suzy Lopez. Experts are also urging people to not wash their medications down the drain or toilet, because it can contribute to environmental issues. The Source The information in this story was gathered by FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app:Apple |Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
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05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Val Kilmer dead at 65, 'Real Housewives' star gives cancer update
Welcome to the Fox News Entertainment Newsletter. TOP 3: - Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' star, dead at 65 - 'Real Housewives' star Teddi Mellencamp has four more brain tumors - Bobby Sherman's wife says 'everything is shutting down' as '60s heartthrob battles terminal illness 'ABSOLUTELY AMAZING' - 'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison praises Trump for border crackdown after son's death. HOLLYWOOD HEARTTHROB - Val Kilmer dated Cher, Cindy Crawford, Angelina Jolie and more before going 20 years without a girlfriend. SHAKEN AND STIRRED - James Bond's 'fresh, exotic new' vision sparks controversy online. ULTIMATE WINGMAN - Val Kilmer's co-star Tom Cruise honors 'Top Gun' star with moment of silence. 'VIOLENCE, DEPRIVATION' - Tom Hanks' daughter opens up about troubled childhood with late mother. LICENSE TO LOVE - Pierce Brosnan's wife still makes his 'heart sing' as they defy Hollywood odds. ROYAL RESENTMENT - Prince Harry's obsession with being a 'spare' is destroying his relationship with royal family: experts. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
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02-04-2025
- Politics
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'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison praises Trump for border crackdown after son's death
Rick Harrison found hope in the Trump administration after losing his son, Adam, to a fentanyl overdose one year ago. The "Pawn Stars" boss praised President Donald Trump for taking steps to shut down the border and prevent criminal activity. Two days after Trump took his second oath of office, the president issued an executive order suspending migrants from crossing the southern border. Adam Harrison died in January 2024 due to "fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity," Clark County, Nevada, coroners confirmed to Fox News Digital at the time. His manner of death was ruled an accident. He was 39. 'Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison Recalls The One Time Trump Apologized To Him: 'This Is All My Fault' "Closing the border was absolutely amazing," Harrison exclusively told Fox News Digital. "That's where … that's where it's all coming from." Harrison also issued a stern warning to perpetrators caught selling the narcotic. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine, according to the California Department of Public Health. Read On The Fox News App Fentanyl can be sold alone or combined with other drugs to make them cheaper. 'Pawn Stars' Boss Rick Harrison Questions If He Could Have Saved Son From Fentanyl Overdose: 'Nothing Worse' "I want anyone selling fentanyl to go to jail for the rest of their life," Harrison said. "They're selling poison. They're killing people. I think it's every 11 minutes someone dies from fentanyl in this country." WATCH: 'PAWN STARS' RICK HARRISON RIPS POLITICIANS OVER FENTANYL CRISIS AFTER SON'S DEATH: 'ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING' Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News He added, "It's just horrific, and something has to be done about it. If you make the punishment for selling it so bad, it'll probably still be out there to some degree, but a lot of it'll go away. Close up the borders, you know, really start cracking down on these countries that are letting people manufacture it there." After Adam's death, Harrison remembered Trump calling to offer his condolences. "I was kind of a train wreck at the time. I'll be completely honest," Harrison said. "I don't remember the conversation that well. I mean, I was really bad for a week." The reality star recalled Trump telling him that his administration was going to "do what we can" to stop the fentanyl crisis. Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter "I believed him – just look at the border now," Harrison said. "Border crossings are down 98% or something like that. It was just coming across the border like crazy, and like, we just need to crack down." The longtime TV star has thwarted his own political ambitions, but he admitted he might be ready for a new gig. "I keep on thinking about it," he said of the idea of running for office. "Eventually, probably, I will. But I'm really enjoying life right now." The reality star proposed to fiancée Angie Polushkin in March after dating for more than a year. He added, "I can't change the world, but maybe I can make it a little bit better. And so I do a lot of charity work, things like that. But maybe I'll run for office." In an incident report obtained by the New York Post, Adam had reportedly been behind bars for months before moving into a guesthouse in the Las Vegas area, where he was found dead. While Adam was not featured on "Pawn Stars," he reportedly worked at the shop and in the family business. "Pawn Stars" debuted in 2009 and still airs today. The premiere date for season 23 has yet to be article source: 'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison praises Trump for border crackdown after son's death
Fox News
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Johnny Mathis retires from touring, Bobby Sherman diagnosed with cancer
Welcome to the Fox News Entertainment Newsletter. TOP 3: -Johnny Mathis, 89, retires from touring due to 'accelerated' memory issues after seven-decade career -'60s teen idol Bobby Sherman diagnosed with stage 4 cancer -'American Pie' star Tara Reid pushes for a sequel as she hits indie film red carpet FINAL FRONTIER - William Shatner shares extreme warnings ahead of Katy Perry, Gayle King's space flight. LOVE ON THE LINE - 'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison didn't have prenups for his first 3 wives, unsure if he'd get for his fourth marriage. ROYAL RECOVERY - King Charles seen in public the day after a hospital stay for side effects from cancer treatment. THREE'S COMPANY - Suzanne Somers' widower used AI to create her 'twin.' A-LIST ONLY -Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's star-studded wedding guest list is the Who's Who of Hollywood. SAJAK'S BACK - Former 'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak to return to the game show for 'Final Spin.' 'A MOMENT LIKE THIS' - 'American Idol' winner Kelly Clarkson didn't know the show was televised when she signed up. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
