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How to wear jewelry at the beach

Whether it's giant earrings, a multi-strand necklace or stacked bangles, jewelry can transform the simplest swimsuit into a surprisingly chic beach look.

How to Clean Jewelry At Home

You don't need fancy jewelry cleaner to get your silver to sparkle. Try these everyday items, most of which you probably already have in the house.

Top 3 Fall Jewelry Trends

If you love jewelry like we do, you are always on the lookout for the latest jewelry trends and hottest designers. Look no further than Allen’s Jewelers!

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

4 Tips For Wearing Jewelry To Work

How to Buy Jewelry Like a Jeweler

For years I owned a chain of luxury jewelry stores in one of the wildest, most flamboyant, most duplicitous jewelry markets of them all: Dallas, Texas. With Valentine's Day coming up, I will tell you what sort of jewelry scams are popular throughout...

Selling to and Buying From Pawn Shops: How Do Pawn Shops Determine Value?

Before approaching a pawn shop, learn how do pawn shops determine value of items pledged as collateral. Pawn shops will look into the condition of the item, its resale value, and appraised market value to determine its price and offer you the same. Learn here the ins and outs of buying and selling to pawn shops, including the regulatory agencies which govern them.

The wealthy are using pawn shops to finance their business ideas

Wealthy people looking to fund new ventures are turning to their Rolexes as collateral for quick and easy loans from high-end pawn shops.

Are You Pawn Shopping The Right Way?

If you are in need of some quick cash, have an attic or basement full of items that are of significant value, you might consider heading t...

Need cash? Pawn shops edge into the mainstream

A growing number of U.S. borrowers are pawning their jewelry, electronics and other valuables to make ends meet.

First Time Visiting a Pawn Shop? Welcome!

Whether it’s your first time visiting a pawn shop or your fiftieth time, you’re always welcome to stop by South Bay Jewelry and Loan and ask any questions you may have. Plus check out our amazing selection of unique items for sale at fantastic prices.

Why are millennials turning to payday loans and pawn shops?

More millennials are turning to payday loans and pawn shops for much needed cash -- moves that can provide immediate relief, but often result in deeper debt.

The wealthy are turning to pawn shops to fund their business ideas

Some pawnbrokers are offering “luxury goods-backed loans” to fund their clients' business ventures.

What Can I Do with Damaged or Dated Jewelry?

You don't have to let your dated or damaged jewelry remain unworn. It does still have value and you can make the most of that value at Modell Collateral Loans.

Need something unusual? Take your list to the pawn shop, where it could cost you an arm and a leg

Andy Tucker has been in the pawn shop business for more than 20 years and has learned some hard lessons along the way. One is don’t let anyone pawn a live critter. “I did take three horses one time,” Tucker said with a grin. “I vowed that I wouldn’t take anything that eats because once …

Pawn Stars Facts

Do pawnbrokers have a patron saint? What's the average loan? And how many items are reclaimed? Check out pawn shop trivia and stats.

Cruel Jewelry Store Prank Becomes Viral Sensation

Proving that America isn't the only place where someone can earn online notoriety by filming their foolish antics, a bizarre new trend, known as the 'jewelry-stealing prank,' has taken Chinese social media by storm.

How Your Jewelry Store Can Stand Apart from Online Competition

How Your Jewelry Store Can Stand Apart from Online Competition

Tips for Getting More Cash

Getting the Most Money when Selling or Pawning Your Items<br>With our expertly trained staff, you can always feel confident that you’ll leave our store with the most cash possible. That’s why we want you to know the following tips for getting more cash at a pawn shop<br>Decide if you’re pawning or selling. Often, you can get more money for your item by selling it. However, with a pawn loan, you can get the money you need, and you still get to…

How does pawning work