Why The Pawn Shop Is Where You Should Be Buying Your Next Guitar

Whether you’re a guitar aficionado who loves collecting the finest pieces or are a future rock star looking for your first 6-string, Common Exchange has just what you’re looking for. That’s because we not only accept guitars as loan collateral, we have a wide selection of lightly used standard and bass guitars available for purchase in our second-hand stores. That’s Why The Pawn Shop Is Where You Should Be Buying Your Next Guitar-So why should you skip the big box stores and shop for your new axe at a pawn shop? We’re glad you asked… (more…)

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What to Know Before Selling Your Gold

What to Know Before Selling Your Gold-Precious metals, such as gold, are always in high demand. In fact, the price of gold has already risen over $40 per ounce in the first month of 2016 alone. So, if you have some gold coins or jewelry that aren’t doing much beyond collecting dust, you may want to consider taking advantage of the current market. Whether you’re interested in selling or pawning your gold, here are a few things you should know before striking a deal: (more…)

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7 Common Questions About How Pawn Shops Operate

These days, it’s hard to flip through the TV channels without coming across a pawn reality show. While they are great entertainment, highlighting some of the more unique items and personalities in the pawn world, they still leave many viewers with misconceptions about how the pawn industry actually operates. We’d like to clear up misunderstandings by answering 7 Common Questions About How Pawn Shops Operate that those new to pawning frequently ask. (more…)

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