In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Pawn shops are in business to make money, so they will only offer you about 60% to 70% of the true value of your jewelry. Therefore, you don't want to pawn more jewelry than you have to, especially if you're unable to repay the loan. Knowing how much money you need on loan will help you figure out the minimal amount of jewelry you need to choose from your collection for pawning. Try to choose jewelry to pawn that you know you can live without. Pawning family heirloom jewelry might be something you regret later on, but an engagement ring from an old relationship might be easier to part with. Pawn shops are usually only interested in pure metals, like gold and silver, and diamonds. They often turn down gold-plated items, as well as costume jewelry. Take your jewelry to an appraiser or jeweler for a free assessment to find out what your jewelry contains and what it's worth. You can find appraisers and jewelers near you by doing an online search. Remember that a pawn shop won't typically offer the true value of your jewelry, but it's good to get an idea of what it's worth, so you know what to expect at a pawn shop (about 60% to 70% of its true value). If possible, don't pawn all your jewelry at once. Keep at least one or two valuable pieces with you in case you aren't able to pay back the loan on time. That way, you can pawn again if you need to buy some more time so that you don't lose ownership of your jewelry.
Summary: Figure out how much money you need to borrow. Prioritize your pieces. Get your jewelry appraised. Keep some jewelry on reserve.

If you're making eggnog, custard, pudding, or ice cream, almost all recipes will start with scalded milk, or milk brought just to a boil. Whip your eggs in a heat-resistant bowl and go about the process of heating the milk over the stove according to the recipe you're using. For some recipes, you'll need to measure out the sugar into the eggs before you temper the eggs. If this is the case, measure it out and add it to the eggs. Whisk them together vigorously while the milk heats. Remove the milk from the heat after it's scalded and add a very small amount of milk to the heat-resistant bowl with the eggs and sugar in it. Use your ladle and spoon out about a tablespoon into your whipped eggs, whisking vigorously while you add. Make sure the eggs haven't curdled before adding more. If it helps, count to ten in between additions of milk, just to be sure you're not rushing it. That's slow enough that you'll probably be safe from curdling. Keep spooning the milk into the eggs, a little at a time, until you've transferred all the milk over to the egg bowl. Depending on what you're doing with the recipe, you might add this mixture to dry ingredients or chill it down for ice cream. Either way, you've tempered the eggs and you're ready to move forward with the recipe.
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One-sentence summary -- Heat milk just to boiling on the stove. Mix the appropriate amount of sugar into the eggs. Start with a few tablespoons of milk. Continue adding until all of the milk has been added.

Q: The earlier you begin conducting research, the more time you will have to negotiate the deal you want. Waiting until your current lease is about to expire and you have to move immediately does not provide you with adequate time to research, plan, and negotiate. Leaving things until the last minute will also make the process more stressful. Prepare early so that you are negotiating from a position of strength. Avoid trying to rent an apartment during the busy rental season for your area. Landlords and property managers are less willing to negotiate if they believe there is a great demand for apartments and plenty of potential tenants. Landlords are often more willing to make deals at the end of the month, because they don't want a unit to stay empty for an additional month. If you live in an area with a college or university, try not to begin this process right before the start of a new semester since these are often the busiest rental periods. Most people move between May and September, so winter is good time to look for new apartments and negotiate more favorable deals with landlords. Educating yourself about the current rental market in your area will help you determine what might constitute a fair rental price, which is essential information to have during the negotiation process. Your research will also give you a better indication of whether the landlord or property manager might be willing to negotiate. Find out what the average apartment rents for in the neighborhood and city where you are looking to rent. Talk to others in the apartment building to find out what they pay per month. Ask your friends and coworkers about their rental rates. Review classified ads and note the rental rates for similar apartments in the area. Find out how long the apartment you want has been on the market. If it has not rented after 1 to 2 months of availability, the landlord will be worried about losing money and might be more willing to negotiate your rent. If you browse apartment listings online, pay attention to how long the units are listed. This will help you evaluate how much demand there is in the rental market for the type of property you are interested in. Many apartment complexes offer monthly or seasonal specials. It's also a good idea to ask if they offer any discounts to students, educators, employees of a specific company, veterans, or other groups. Some landlords might offer you a discount if you refer friends or colleagues. Apartment complexes sometimes post information about special deals and reduced rates on their websites or community bulletin boards. If you are having trouble with your negotiations or are uncomfortable doing this yourself, contact a broker. Brokers connect buyers and sellers, and will be able to guide you through this process. In many cities, the landlordnot the tenantpays for a broker's services. If you want to stay in your current apartment and just negotiate a lower price, brokers probably won't be able to offer assistance.
A: Start the process early. Consider the timing carefully. Investigate the current rental market. Inquire about specials and discounts you might be eligible to receive. Ask a real-estate broker for help.

Problem: Article: Your thesis is the theory you're attempting to prove. Choose something that is debatable, and be as specific as possible. For example, instead of saying, "Pollution is bad for the environment," which is not debatable, say, "To reduce pollution, the government should tax car owners more heavily." Try not to be combative or confrontational in your thesis. Don't use words like stupid or evil, which can quickly alienate the people you're trying to convince. It may also be helpful to present both sides of the argument in a neutral and objective way early in your presentation. Seek out a librarian at your local library and ask them to help you find books and journals that relate to your research. If you are putting together an assignment for a class, your teacher may be able to provide sources, as well. You can also do much of your research online, but you'll need to be careful about which sites you're using. Some are more reliable than others. Government or university websites, peer-reviewed journals, well-known news publications, or documentaries are good places to start. In general, social media posts, personal websites, and collaborative websites where anyone can make changes are not reliable sources to cite. These are, however, a good place to gain a basic understanding of a topic. They might also cite more reliable sources that you can use. Avoid sources that are trying to sell you something, since their claims may not be completely honest. Research an opposing viewpoint so that you can anticipate the arguments someone else will make against your thesis. This will also help you prepare for your response to the counterargument. Try imagining what someone who disagreed with you would say. For example, if you're arguing for taxing drivers in order to reduce pollution, research the ways in which taxes can have a negative impact on society.
Summary:
Select your thesis. Find reliable sources that support your thesis. Find reliable sources that support the counterargument.