Why do many go to pawnshops more than banks?

CEBUANA Lhuillier has a branch on Chino Roces Avenue. PHOTO BY EDWIN BELLOSILLO

For many Filipinos, pawning jewelry at a neighborhood pawnshop has been the most common and quickest way to address an urgent need for relatively small amounts of cash.

Posted: December 1st, 2012 in Editor's Pick,Featured Gallery,Headlines,Inquirer Features,Photos & Videos | Read More »

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