Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Bessemer, AL

Shopping for must-have home items like electronics, appliances, or furniture? You're probably wondering where to shop – Rent-A-Center or Big Lots near you in Bessemer, AL? Both of these stores have their benefits and unique stock of items. Learn about these benefits and why you should consider shopping at your local Bessemer Rent-A-Center.

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Where to Shop: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Bessemer, AL?

You can find both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores in Bessemer, AL that offer a varied selection of furniture. Both stock popular items, such as living room furniture, bedroom sets, and accent pieces. Your local Rent-A-Center has many of the name brands you trust, including Ashley Furniture and La-Z-Boy.

Shopping for Mattresses in Bessemer, AL: Big Lots vs. Rent-A-Center

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another in-demand item that you can buy at Rent-A-Center or Big Lots stores in Bessemer, AL. At your local Rent-A-Center, you can choose from innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and box spring mattresses. You can shop from name brands like Sealy at both of these stores, but DreamCloud and Nectar are only at Rent-A-Center to help you find the ideal mattress for your sleeping style.

Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Appliances in Bessemer, AL?

Are you shopping for the latest refrigerator, dryer, or dishwasher for your Bessemer, AL home? Rent-A-Center could be the best option. With a variety of major appliances and more from the top brands you love, like Samsung and Whirlpool, it’s easy to find the items you need at Rent-A-Center.

It's true that Big Lots also offers Bessemer, AL appliances, but they do not have large appliances like ranges and refrigerators. You’ll be limited to smaller items like toasters, air fryers, and microwaves.

Your Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Bessemer, AL

Rent-A-Center in Bessemer, AL understands that electronics, appliances, and furniture are substantial expenses. Our rent-to-own program is made to fit in your budget, with rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. You don't have to shell out a big chunk of money all at once to get the product you need for your home. Another awesome benefit of renting-to-own through Rent-A-Center?* You can make your payments online, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, in-store at your local Bessemer Rent-A-Center, or over the phone.

Big Lots does have a leasing option for purchases you make in-store or online. Big Lots leasing in Bessemer, AL gives you the ability to make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of having to pay a hefty amount at one time like you must with a credit card or debit card, similar to Rent-A-Centers rent-to-own model*. The Big Lots leasing program has a 90-day purchase option, although Rent-A-Center gives you more flexibility with a 3–6 Month Same As Cash option.**

Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Bessemer, AL

Payment flexibility isn't the only thing you get when you choose to shop at your local Bessemer Rent-A-Center. You also get the Rent-A-Center benefit of RAC Exchange.*** Through RAC Exchange***, you can swap your item for something else within the first six months of your contract. So, if that new sectional isn't as comfortable as you hoped or your new TV doesn't fit in your entertainment center, swapping it out for another item that you like better is straightforward. Plus, the payments you’ve made to date will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center Or Big Lots: Locations Nearby in Bessemer, AL

Rent-A-Center has more than 3,000 store locations across the country, so it’s easy to find one close to you. Big Lots only has about 1,300 stores, which means you may not find a Big Lots nearby in Bessemer, AL. They are also slated to close hundreds of stores, so your nearest Big Lots may not be open soon.

Instead of Waiting for a Big Lots Furniture Sale in Bessemer, AL, Visit Rent-A-Center

Don't wait around for a Big Lots sale in Bessemer, AL to pay cash in order to get the furniture, electronics, appliances, and more that you want. At Rent-A-Center, we have flexible renewal payment options, in addition to RAC Exchange*** to help you get the essentials you need today. You can shop our rent-to-own* items online or go to your local Rent-A-Center to shop in person.

*The advertised option is a rental-purchase agreement (rent-to-own agreement, consumer rental-purchase agreement or a lease/lease-purchase agreement, depending on your state). Product availability and pricing may vary by store. You may cancel your lease at any time without penalty and return your items in good condition. Ownership is optional. You will not own the merchandise until the total amount necessary to acquire ownership is paid in full or you exercise your early purchase option.

**"3-6 Months Same As Cash” offer valid in most states on new agreements. Exercising a Same As Cash option requires a separate payment in addition to your rental renewal payments. To make this payment, please contact your store or go to Rent-A-Center Login See agreement for details. 6 Months Same As Cash not available in HI, NJ, NY and WV and select franchised locations, which may offer 3 - 6 Months Same As Cash, depending on product selected. Offer is valid only on new agreements.

***”RAC Exchange” program valid for agreements entered at select locations, is available to new and existing customers, and applies to inventory obtainable by store location. Cash price of the item selected for exchange may not exceed approval amount, which is subject to validation and adjustment prior to exchange and may vary from original approval amount. Exchange requires execution of rental agreement for item selected for exchange, which must be completed within six (6) months following the first active rental date of item being returned for exchange. Agreement for item being returned for exchange must be in good standing (with all rental payments current) at the time of exchange and product must be in good condition. Rent paid for prior agreement will be applied to the reduce the total cost to own for the replacement agreement, but rent paid may not be applied in full to same as cash amount for replacement agreement. Any applicable same as cash period will apply to new agreement based on product selection and agreement term. The amount of rent paid from prior agreement eligible for application to same as cash amount for replacement agreement may vary from 40% to 66%, depending on your state of residence. Exchanges under program may not be combined with other discounts, offers, or promotions. Participating locations only. Eligible items only. All items subject to availability and approval. Some exclusions apply. Not all customers or lease transactions will qualify. See Store Manager for complete details.

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