Not all loot is worth the same inventory slot. I learned this the hard way after filling my bag with kitchen appliances worth $40 each while passing laptops worth $200+. Understanding what to grab and what to leave behind is the single biggest factor in beating quotas consistently.

Loot Value Tiers

Crime Simulator loot falls into three broad value tiers. Memorize these so you never waste a slot on low-value junk.

High value ($200+ each):

• Laptops and tablets -- found in home offices, living rooms, bedrooms
• Jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces) -- bedroom drawers and safes
• Gold bars (Update 1.3) -- high-security targets and special loot boxes
• Cash stacks -- kitchen counters, nightstands, desk drawers
• Smartphones -- nightstands, kitchen tables, coat pockets

Medium value ($50-$200):

• Small electronics (cameras, game consoles, speakers)
• Designer clothing -- bedroom closets and wardrobes
• Silverware sets -- kitchen drawers and dining rooms
• Tools and power equipment -- garages and sheds
• Branded handbags -- bedroom closets

Low value (under $50):

• Kitchen appliances (blenders, toasters, coffee makers)
• Basic clothing and shoes
• Household decorations (vases, picture frames, candles)
• Food items and pantry goods
• Books and magazines

Value-to-Weight Ratio

Electronics and jewelry give the best weight-to-value ratio. A laptop is worth roughly 5x what a kitchen appliance sells for and takes the same inventory slot. I leave blenders and toasters behind unless I am desperate to meet a quota by a few dollars.

Item Request System

The item request board can offer 50-100% premium over fence prices. Before selling anything, I check the board and mark which items are currently requested. Holding onto matching items for delivery on the next trip to that map area pays significantly more.

If an item type appears on multiple request lists simultaneously, its value multiplies. I had a laptop worth $200 at the fence deliver for $375 to two requesting NPCs. The Steam loot selling strategy guide confirms this mechanic.

Where to Find Each Loot Type by Map District

Different house types yield different loot. Here is what I have found consistently:

Starter neighborhood (first district):

• Small electronics in living rooms and bedrooms
• Cash in kitchen drawers and nightstands
• Kitchen appliances (mostly low value)
• Basic clothing

Suburban district (second district):

• Laptops in home offices (high priority)
• Jewelry in master bedroom dressers
• Designer clothing in walk-in closets
• Silverware sets in dining rooms
• Safes in master bedroom closets (requires drill or blowtorch)

High-security district (late game):

• Gold bars in basement safes and hidden compartments
• Authentic jewelry in display cases
• High-end electronics (multiple laptops per house)
• Cash stacks worth $200+

Gold Bars (Update 1.3)

Do not sell gold bars for quick cash. They are the currency for basement upgrades, and those upgrades unlock higher-value contracts that pay back 5x the gold's fence price. I sell them only after the basement is fully upgraded.

Gold bars are found exclusively in high-security targets, heist locations, and rare loot boxes. They are heavy (take 2 inventory slots) so plan your route accordingly. If you find one early in a run, stash it at your hideout immediately -- getting arrested with a gold bar in your inventory means losing it permanently.

Jewelry System (Update 1.3)

Update 1.3 introduced authentic and fake jewelry variants. Authentic pieces ($400-$800 at fence) are found in high-value safes and display cases. Fake pieces ($50-$200) are common in low-security houses.

To tell them apart: check the item description in your inventory. Authentic pieces have a distinctive label or shine effect. If you find a Jewelry Appraisal skill leaflet, it makes the distinction automatic -- well worth hunting for.

Loot Location Checklist

Before entering any house, scan for these high-priority spots:

• [ ] Home office desk -- laptop or tablet
• [ ] Master bedroom dresser -- jewelry, cash
• [ ] Nightstands -- smartphones, cash, watches
• [ ] Kitchen counters -- cash, small electronics
• [ ] Dining room sideboard -- silverware, decorative items
• [ ] Garage workbench -- tools, power equipment
• [ ] Basement safe -- gold bars, authentic jewelry (requires drill)
• [ ] Living room electronics cabinet -- game consoles, speakers

Related Guides

• Loot Selling Strategy -- full breakdown on maximizing profit per heist
• Gold Bars and Jewelry Guide -- Update 1.3 economy explained
• Fast Money Guide -- early-game cash methods