About National Pawnbrokers Association
Headquartered in Keller, Texas, the National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) was founded in 1987 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.
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Pawn Talk Live
Posted On : May 30, 2013NATIONAL PAWNBROKER MAGAZINE VISITED with Michael Mack, Max Pawn, Las Vegas, NV about his successful radio show, Pawn Talk Live, that airs every Saturday at 3 p.m. PST. NATIONAL PAWNBROKER (NP): What is Pawn Talk Radio? MICHAEL MACK (MM): Pawn Talk Radio is a live show where people can call in with questions about items [...]
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NPA Members Give Back
Posted On : May 30, 2013MUSICAL INSTRUMENT GIFT DAY A SUCCESS! A future star is born with support from the National Pawnbrokers Association Musical Instrument Gift Day! ON MARCH 26TH IN JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI, THE sounds of drums, horns, and guitars filled the hallways of Rowan Middle School as new musical instruments were passed around and played in the band room. [...]
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Rogue Gold Buyers: A Conversation with Ric Blum
Posted On : January 30, 2013Emmett Murphy, NPA spokesperson, recently sat down with Ohio Loan Company V.P. Ric Blum to talk candidly about the issue of gold buying scams and how consumers can protect themselves from rogue gold buyers.
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National Pawnbrokers Association on Marketplace
Posted On : January 11, 2013National Pawnbrokers Association’s Spokesperson Emmett Murphy (3 CLiCk Media) was interviewed for radio broadcast of American Public Media’s Marketplace with Kai Ryssdal. NPA Board of Director member Jordan Tabach-Bank of Beverly Loan and NPA member Michael Mack of Max Pawn also made statements. Listen to the interview here:
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WAKE UP CALL
Posted On : September 24, 2012The Federal Charter Infographic shows how this legislation could impact your business.
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Pawnbrokers Report Increase in Loans but Less Cash for Gold
Posted On : September 20, 2012National Pawnbrokers Association Announces the Results of the 2012 Trend Survey
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Stan Tidwell of Standon, Inc. Awarded 2012 “Pawnbroker of the Year”
Posted On : July 24, 2012The National Pawnbrokers Association announces its 2012 award recipients at national convention, Pawn Expo
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National Shooting Sports Foundation Named NPA 2012 Industry Partner of the Year
Posted On : July 24, 2012National Pawnbrokers Association presents annual awards at 25th Anniversary Pawn Expo in Las Vegas
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National Pawnbrokers Association Announces the 2012 Future Business Leader Scholarship Awards
Posted On : July 10, 2012The National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) is pleased to announce the recipients of this years Future Business Leaders (FBL) Scholarships.
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Trade-N-Post named chamber’s top business
Posted On : July 9, 2012The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce has named Trade-N-Post Pawn & Coin as its June business of the month. Owners Scott and Lisa Sawyer have been in the pawn business for 35 years. Pawn shops have been around for more than 3,000 years but businesses like Trade-N-Post Pawn & Coin have kept the industry relevant [...]
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Kids Feeding Kids Unveiled at Boys & Girls Club of Rochester
Posted On : June 19, 2012Club Partners with Pawn America to Provide More than 500 Meals Each Week to Rochester Kids
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Jordan Tabach-Bank of Beverly Loan Company Stars in New Discovery Channel Series
Posted On : May 15, 2012Pawn 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
Posted On : May 14, 2012On 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
Posted On : March 27, 2012Since 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
Posted On : March 20, 2012Ramona 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
Posted On : March 12, 2012NPA 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
Posted On : March 5, 2012Congratulations 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!
Posted On : February 22, 2012Pawn 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
Posted On : February 10, 2012Better 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
Posted On : January 2, 2012National 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
Posted On : November 2, 2011Pawn 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
Posted On : August 17, 2011Wings 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
Posted On : June 28, 2011National 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
Posted On : May 10, 2011$3500 in prizes given to each winning elementary school student!
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NPA Board of Directors Appear in Voices of America Interview
Posted On : April 18, 2011Voices 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?
Posted On : April 18, 2011The 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
Posted On : April 1, 2011A 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
Posted On : April 1, 2011NPA 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
Posted On : March 17, 2011Atlanta, 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
Posted On : February 28, 2011Georgia pawnbrokers donate musical instruments to elementary school in 2009 and 2010.
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Verified Member Seal Program
Posted On : February 21, 2011As 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
Posted On : January 1, 2011West 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
Posted On : December 30, 2010From 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
Posted On : December 30, 2010Read what the NPA has to say about reality television shows about the pawn industry.
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Old Member Forum Archives
Posted On : December 21, 2010Looking for discussion threads from the old NPA Member Discussion Forum?
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In Today’s Diverse Society
Posted On : November 9, 2010Our customers represent the working families of America who have an unexpected need for short term cash.
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Pawn Shops: Economic Barometer?
Posted On : November 9, 2010Are pawn shop mega-corporations earnings reports skewing perceptions of the pawn industry?
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Year in the Life of a Pawnshop
Posted On : November 9, 2010National Pawnbrokers Association Announces the Results of the 2010 Trend Survey
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Rick Harrison NPA Pawnbroker of the Year
Posted On : October 30, 2010National 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
Posted On : September 27, 2010Rick 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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