Every kind of pawnbroker, clearly labeled.

Jewelry & gold

gold and silver jewelry · diamonds and gemstones · watches

For: needing fast cash using jewelry as collateral, wondering what a piece is worth, pawning vs. selling outright

Electronics

phones and tablets · laptops and computers · TVs and gaming consoles

For: pawning a device for quick cash, wondering what condition or age does to value

Tools & equipment

power tools · construction and trade equipment

For: a tradesperson needing short-term cash, pawning equipment between jobs

Musical instruments

guitars and amps · band and orchestra instruments

For: a musician needing cash between gigs, an instrument that's not being played

Firearms

pawning or buying a firearm through a licensed dealer

For: understanding the rules before trying to pawn a firearm

Collectibles & coins

coins and currency · collectibles and memorabilia

For: downsizing a collection, wondering what a collectible is worth

Vehicle title loans

auto title loans

For: needing a loan larger than a typical pawn loan, confusing a title loan with a pawn loan

Loan terms & redemption

pawn loan terms · redeeming a pawned item · renewing or extending a pawn loan

For: understanding how long you have to repay, what happens if a loan isn't repaid, losing a pawn ticket

Buying at a pawn shop

buying used merchandise · shop warranties and return policies

For: looking for a deal on used goods, wondering if pawn shop items are safe to buy