How to Pawn, Buy, or Consign Bulk Items

Last Updated: June 2025

Table of Contents

1. Quick Start: Write a Bulk Loan, Buy, or Consign
2. In-Depth: Bulk-Quantity Workflow and Ticket Options
   • Searching for the Item
   • Add-on Metal & Stones
   • Image Capture Options
   • Quick Access Marketplaces
   • Entering Quantity and Item Info
   • Transaction Type Tabs
   • Consignment Tab Options

Quick Start: Write a Bulk Loan, Buy, or Consign

Follow these steps to process bulk items fast.

Start the Transaction

1. Search and select the customer profile.
2. From the transaction screen, go to the right-side menu and click General Merchandise.
3. Choose Bulk-Quantity Items from the intake options on the right.
4. From the list, select the appropriate bulk category (e.g., DVDs, Coins, Video Games).

Add Bulk Items

1. Right-click on the stock photo to capture a Photo (optional)
2. Set the Item Location
3. Enter the Quantity
4. Choose a transaction type: Pawn, Buy, or Consign.
5. Enter a Loan/Offer Amount

Add More to the Ticket

1. Add to an existing ticket using options at the bottom
2. Start a new ticket using side menu options

Finalize the Transaction

• Complete MLA Check (if required)
• Click Next to tender out the transaction

In-Depth: Bulk-Quantity Workflow and Ticket Options

The Bulk-Quantity Items option is ideal for processing multiple like items in one step. It's designed for items that don’t require individual pricing, serial numbers, or assessment—such as:

• DVD lots
• Coins
• Loose tools
• Video games

If your store needs a new bulk category created, contact Bravo Support.

Searching for the Item

There are three ways to begin item intake:

• Smart Search Bar – Type the item name, then look for descriptions that include “Quantity” (e.g., Canada Quantity – Gold Coin – Maples – .9999 Fineness).
• Product Estimator – Click Product Estimator on the dashboard, go to the right-side menu, and choose Bulk-Quantity Items. Scroll the list and select the item that best matches.
• General Merchandise – From the transaction screen’s side menu click General Merchandise, select Bulk-Quantity Items on the right. Scroll and click Select for the correct match.

Bravo will automatically fill in the Manufacturer, Model, and Category based on your selection.

✅ Why it matters: Accurate categorization improves pricing, inventory tracking, and reporting.

Add-on Metal & Stones

For specific bulk categories—like Gold & Silver Coins or Bullion—you’ll see an Add-on Metal & Stones button in the lower left corner of the Add Item Screen.

Use it to include:

• Metal details – Type and weight of precious metals
• Stone details – Quantity and quality of gemstones

⚠️ You must fill out all required fields (like quantity) before using this feature.
🧾 Items stay in the General Merchandise category but can later be added to the Scrap List for refining.

Image Capture Options

The Add Item screen displays a stock image by default. Replace it by right-clicking on the Stock item. You can add image by:

• Taking a photo with your Webcam
• Paste from Clipboard
• Browse Local Files
• Drag and Drop image into the area

🖼️ Including real photos supports ecommerce listings, internal accuracy, and customer transparency.

Quick Access Marketplaces

To the Left of the Image, the marketplace icons open a browser tab with a similar product on:

• Google
• eBay
• Buya Marketplace

🔍 Why it helps: Great for confirming price trends, checking condition comparisons, or researching similar listings.

Entering Quantity and Item Info

In this section, you’ll assign a location and enter the Quantity amount you are bringing in.

There are three optional fields to capture more item-specific info:

• Additional Information / Damages
  Displays on the customer’s pawn ticket. Use for flaws, missing parts, or accessories.
• Owner Applied Number
  Records unique identifying marks (e.g., initials, stickers) when no serial number exists.
• Notes & Passwords
  Internal-use only. Great for passwords, combinations or special handling notes.

 Tip: Use bulk entries to speed up intake and reduce clutter when processing high-volume for items that do not bare serial numbers.

Transaction Type Tabs

Based on your store’s settings, you'll see one or more of the following:

• Pawn – A secured loan using the item as collateral.
• Buy – Purchase the item outright.
• Consign – Sell the item on behalf of the customer.

If you don’t offer a transaction type (e.g., Pawn), it won’t appear.

Consignment Tab Options

When Consign is selected, additional configuration fields appear:

Payout Method:

• Percentage Split
  • Store %: Commission kept by the store
  • Consignor %: Customer’s share of sale proceeds
  • Minimum Price: Lowest sale price accepted
  • Minimum Net to Consignor: Customer’s payout if item sells for the minimum
• Fixed Amount
  • Set a guaranteed payout to the customer, regardless of sale price

Timing & Pricing:

• Term – This sets how long the consignment agreement will be active before the item needs to be returned to the customer. You can adjust the number of days as needed. When you change the term, Bravo will automatically update the Return By Date to match.
• Return By Date – This is the specific day the consignment ends. Once this date is reached, the item should either be returned to the consignor or renewed. If you manually update this date, Bravo will recalculate the term based on the new return date.
• MSRP – The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. This is the original retail value of the item when new. It’s used for reference only and doesn’t impact the consignment payout directly, but it can help justify pricing when selling to customers.
• Price – This is what you plan to sell the item for in-store or online. When using a percentage split payout, this price can be higher than the minimum price to account for store commission.

💡 Adjust all consignment settings as needed based on the agreement with the customer.