About National Pawnbrokers Association
Headquartered in Keller, Texas, the National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) was founded in 1988 to support the growing network of responsible pawnbrokers in the United States. As a trade association, the NPA is the industry's only national association. The Association offers guidance to pawnbrokers on how to be involved on a local, statewide and national basis. In addition, the NPA offers members compliance training related to the federal, state and local laws that apply to the industry.
NPA News
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Jordan Tabach-Bank of Beverly Loan Company Stars in New Discovery Channel Series
Pawn Shop To the Stars owner featured in high stakes bidding television series Final Offer
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Alan’s Jewelry and Pawn of Asheville, NC donate $10,000 to Make-A-Wish
On April 14th 2012 Alan and Tonia Sheppard presented a check for $10,000.00 to the Make-A-Wish organization.
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Six Things Everyone Should Know Before Going to a Pawn Store
Since the recent economic downturn, families and business owners are turning to pawn stores for the first time to secure “safety net loans” that cover unexpected financial needs.
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Ramona Joyce Thompson
Ramona Thompson lost her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on March 10, 2012. No one had more zest for life, devotion to her family, or determination to help every ‘brother and sister of pawn’ that she met.
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National Pawnbrokers Association Starts Grass Roots Campaign to Support Pawnbrokers on a National Level
NPA is utilizing Rally Congress, an online digital advocacy tool, to allow pawn industry supporters to send letters and emails to their elected officials.
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Dynasty Jewelry & Loan Named March 2012 Small Business of the Month
Congratulations to Dynasty Jewelry and Loan on being named the Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business of the Month for March 2012.
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Pawn America Named a 2011 Small Business Success Story!
Pawn America has been recognized by Twin Cities Business Magazine as a top 2011 Small-Business Success Story Honoree. Company President Brad Rixmann attributes the honor to Pawn America’s focus on bringing its customers the best value for their money, combined with the company’s ongoing efforts to dispel the myths and misconceptions about the pawn industry.
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National Pawn Named Winner of 2011 BBB Torch Award
Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is pleased to announce National Pawn as winner of its 2011 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics.
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Federal Charter for Nonbanks Would Harm Unbanked
National Pawnbrokers Association President, Kevin Prochaska’s position on H.R. 1909 and why it would harm consumers.
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Pawn America Appoints Compliance Officer
Pawn America has appointed Barb Walsh to the position of Compliance Officer for the company. Walsh has been with Pawn America for 15 years.
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Musical Instrument Gift Day Helps Combat-Wounded Veterans
Wings for Warriors and the National Pawnbrokers Association team up to bring music and healing to the lives of combat-wounded veterans. On September 21, 2011, the National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) is sponsoring its third annual Musical Instrument Gift Day, where pawnbrokers from around the country make generous donations of musical instruments to organizations in need. [...]
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Pawn Expo Supports Blooming Industry and Educates Pawnbrokers
National Pawnbrokers Association welcomes new leaders, pushes the industry boundaries, and welcomes a new generation of pawnbrokers.
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National Pawn Announces Mother’s Day Essay Contest Winners
$3500 in prizes given to each winning elementary school student!
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NPA Board of Directors Appear in Voices of America Interview
Voices of America is a publication that gives non-native English speakers a glimpse into the daily-life of everyday Americans. They recently published an article profiling the pawn industry.
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What laws regulate the pawn industry?
The pawn industry is regulated on a local, state and federal level. There are 13 federal laws that regulate the pawn industry. 1. Internal Revenue Service Form 8300 – cash transaction reporting by persons engaged in trades or business. Source: United States Code, Title 26. 2. Bank Secrecy Act – “suspicious activity reporting” – currently [...]
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The Women of Pawn
A profile of the women who have worked tirelessly to improve the image of the pawn industry.
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Too Nice for Reality Television
NPA Board Member, Nancy Cejudo, was recently approached by a production company about filming a reality show in her pawn store. See what Nancy had to say about the experience.
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Pawnbrokers Give Recovering Troops the Gift of Music
Atlanta, GA Shepherd Center music therapy program was given a breath of life by generous donation of musical instruments from members of the National Pawnbrokers Association.
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Pawnbrokers’ Generosity Provides Elementary Students with First Scheduled Music Program
Georgia pawnbrokers donate musical instruments to elementary school in 2009 and 2010.
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Verified Member Seal Program
As an added value for NPA Members, the new Verified Member Seal Program lends NPA’s authoritative branding and reputation to serve as the hallmark of credibility for its members.
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Holding History in Their Hands
West Point Cadet Joesph Simon, and his fellow classmates of 2011, received a tremendous gift this year; 16.44 ounces of donated gold.
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Pawnbrokers Give Back Over the Holidays
From Musical Instrument Gift Day to Toys for Tots, members of the National Pawnbrokers Association are filled with the spirit of giving.
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Reality TV and the Pawn Industry
Read what the NPA has to say about reality television shows about the pawn industry.
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Old Member Forum Archives
Looking for discussion threads from the old NPA Member Discussion Forum?
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In Today’s Diverse Society
Our customers represent the working families of America who have an unexpected need for short term cash.
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Pawn Shops: Economic Barometer?
Are pawn shop mega-corporations earnings reports skewing perceptions of the pawn industry?
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Year in the Life of a Pawnshop
National Pawnbrokers Association Announces the Results of the 2010 Trend Survey
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Rick Harrison NPA Pawnbroker of the Year
National Pawnbrokers Association Rick Harrison and his father Richard Harrison opened their doors at Gold and Silver Pawn in 1988 and have been members of the National Pawnbrokers Association since 1991, which in this business, makes them youngsters. They have supported their local and state legislators for years on behalf of the pawn industry. They [...]
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Rick Harrison and Richard Harrison Take On the World
Rick Harrison and his father Richard Harrison opened their doors at Gold and Silver Pawn in 1988 and have been members of the National Pawnbrokers Association since 1991, which in this business, makes them youngsters. They have supported their local and state legislators for years on behalf of the pawn industry. They understood the importance [...]
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