Q: Choose a reliable jeweler with positive ratings from the Better Business Bureau, American Gem Society, or similar organizations. Selling to a jewelry store is a quick and safe option, but you may not get as much money from a jewelry store as you would if you chose another route. Pawn shops are in the business of paying the least amount of money possible for something that they can sell, so it's best to avoid going to a pawn shop if at all possible. Not only are they less likely to recognize high quality pieces, but they are also manipulative by nature. Many gold buying companies have popped up in recent years and most are either scams or at least highly likely to take advantage of you. Some, like GoldLine, are well known for unsavory practices. If you can, avoid these gold buyers altogether. Always get multiple quotes before selling your jewelry. Different stores may offer lower prices than others, depending on how much of a cut they take and whether they can recognize special pieces. Don't be swayed by the price of gold by the ounce that you see on the news. Only 24 carat gold gets full price. 18 gets 75%, GP means it's just plated in gold and probably can't be sold, etc. The weight you should be working with when you make your own estimates should also factor in stones or other settings, since these don't count towards the weight of the gold. Most of the pieces that you sell will be melted down, so don't expect something to be worth more just because it's a wedding ring. However, if you have pieces in your collection that are from well-known designers, then that may increase the value. Always do your research. Before making your final decision about where to sell, always check the company's reputation with the Better Business Bureau or your country's equivalent. There are many companies with terrible reputations when it comes to treating people fairly, so be careful.
A: Try to sell to jewelry stores. Avoid selling to pawn shops. Stay away from gold buyers. Shop around. Know what affects the price you get. Know what you have in your collection. Always check with the BBB before you sell.

Article: If you did not need to remove an old fixture as described earlier, you may not have turned off the power. Go to the electrical panel and turn off the circuit breaker or remove the fuse associated with the circuit you'll be working on. Make sure the power is off by using a circuit tester or by removing power to the entire house. Typical ceiling mounting boxes are intended to support no more than 50 pounds (22.7kg). If the chandelier is heavier, you will need to install a fan brace or box that will support the weight of the chandelier. If the current support is sufficient to hold your chandelier, you may skip to the next section. This plastic or metal box should be attached to the ceiling or a brace bar using screws or nails. Remove these with a screwdriver or hammer, and pry the box away from the ceiling. These are also referred to as junction boxes or electrical boxes. If there is a metal bar resting on top of the ceiling, use a close quarter hacksaw to cut it in half. Pull the two pieces through the hole and discard them. Purchase a fan brace rated to support a higher weight than your chandelier's; most can support a weight up to 150 pounds (68 kg). Put the fan brace through the hole in the ceiling and rotate it so it is resting on top of the ceiling, across the hole. Turn the bar between your fingers to extend its arms until you feel both ends make contact with the ceiling joists. Use a wrench to tighten the brace firmly, but do not put tension on the joists by using excessive force. The spiked ends should dig into the wooden joists, and the rectangular bar should end up with sides parallel to the ceiling. Place the bracket that came with your fan brace over the top of the brace, with bolts placed through its holes. Slot the mounting box onto the bolts and attach by fastening the nuts. Heavy-duty junction boxes are round metal objects sometimes referred to as "pancake boxes". Make sure to choose one that is able to support the chandelier's weight. Mount it to the ceiling joist using only the high weight capacity screws that came with the box. Do not try to use standard screws, or the chandelier could break free of the ceiling. Make sure the wires are slotted through the hole in the side of the box before you attach it. They should be easily reachable once the box is installed.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Turn off the power. Determine the weight of your new chandelier. Remove the existing mounting box. Saw apart the existing brace bar. If the fixture is between ceiling joists, use a fan brace. If the fixture is under a ceiling joist, use a pancake style box.

Q: Identify your feelings and reasons for wanting to end the friendship. Write down your reasons on a sheet of paper. When you are writing down your reasons, make sure to use “I” statements, instead of “you” statements.  Changing or wanting to move in a new direction with your life could be legitimate reasons for breaking up the friendship. Feeling like you have been taken advantage of for a very long time is another legitimate reason to end the friendship. Not being able to trust your friend because they have lied to you on numerous occasions could also be a reason to end the friendship. Having incompatible or conflicting interests, morals, or ideals could also be reasons for ending a lifelong friendship. Having outgrown one another. You don’t have anything in common anymore. Put yourself in your friend’s shoes. Your friend may be totally surprised by the conversation, or feel saddened and start to cry.  Or perhaps they will become frustrated, defensive, or hostile. Understanding how your friend will react will help you frame the conversation.  For example, try to start the conversation on a positive note or start with cheery small talk if you think your friend may cry or become defensive. If you think your friend may get angry, then start out by telling them how much you respect them as a person. But only tell them this if you mean it. If they have broken your trust or taken advantage of you, then you may not respect them anymore. Write down a paragraph or two of what you would like to say and how you would like to say it. Rehearse what you want to say in front of a mirror. Practicing in front of the mirror will help you feel and sound confident about your reasons for ending the friendship. If you have a trusted partner or family member, use them as a sounding board. Pretend as if they are your friend and rehearse what you will say. They will be able to tell you how you sound and if your message is coming across the way you want it to.
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Identify and write down your reasons. Anticipate your friend’s reaction. Rehearse the conversation.