Who needs a pawnbroker bond?
In New York City, Pawnbrokers are required to obtain a $10,000 Pawnbroker Bond to be in compliance with the NYC Statutes. Any person engaged in the business of lending money on deposit or pledges of personal property, other than securities, printed evidence of indebtedness, titles, deeds, or bills of sale, at a total charge, rate of interest, or discount or other remuneration will need the pawnbroker bond.
What is the pawnbroker bond?
Pawnbroker bond guarantees compliance with law and regulations governing the operation of pawnbrokers business in the state in which the pawnbroker operates. A pawn broker essentially offers their customers high interest, short-term loans with items of personal property used a collateral. The surety bond guarantees that the pawn broker will not sell the personal item before the end of the contractual period, that they will honor the sell back price and interest cost agreed upon, and that they will not charge more interest than statutorily allowed.
The New York City pawnbroker bond is also known as: NYC pawn bond, secondhand dealer bond, pawn dealer bond, pawnshop dealer bond, and pawnshop bond.
What else do I need besides the pawnbroker bond?
Requirements are always subject to change, so it's best to consult the New York City, Department of Consumer Affairs for the most up-to-date information.
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