Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Los Angeles, CA

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 Los Angeles, CA? 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 Los Angeles Rent-A-Center.

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Should I Choose Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Los Angeles, CA?

Rent-A-Center and Big Lots are both stores near you in Los Angeles, CA that have a large selection of furniture. Each of these stores carries in-demand items, including bedroom sets, living room furniture, and accent pieces. However, your local Rent-A-Center store has many of the big brands you trust, like Ashley Furniture and La-Z-Boy.

Shopping for Mattresses in Los Angeles, CA: 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 both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores nearby in Los Angeles, CA carry. At Rent-A-Center, you’ll discover hybrid, memory foam, box springs, and innerspring mattresses. You can shop for certain brands like Sealy at both of these stores, but only Rent-A-Center offers DreamCloud and Nectar to help you find the ideal mattress for your sleeping style.

Rent-A-Center or Big Lots: Appliances in Los Angeles, CA

Are you shopping for a new dryer, refrigerator, or dishwasher for your Los Angeles, CA home? Your local Rent-A-Center could be the best choice. With major appliances and more from the top brands you love, like Samsung and Whirlpool, Rent-A-Center has the items you need.

Big Lots also carries appliances in Los Angeles, CA but not large appliances like refrigerators and ranges. Your options will be restricted to smaller appliances such as microwaves, air fryers, and toasters.

Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Los Angeles, CA

At Rent-A-Center in Los Angeles, CA, we understand that appliances, furniture, and electronics are pricey purchases. Our rent-to-own program was created to work with your budget, and we offer rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. These options mean you don't have to pay a large amount of money upfront to shop for must-have home items. Another fantastic benefit of Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own options?* You can make your payments online, in-store at your local Los Angeles Rent-A-Center, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, or over the phone.

Big Lots stores offer a leasing option for online or in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Los Angeles, CA lets you make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of having to pay a hefty amount at one time like you would with a credit or debit card, similar to Rent-A-Centers rent-to-own model*. Big Lots leasing does offer a 90-day early purchase option, but Rent-A-Center offers more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash option.**

Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Los Angeles, CA

Payment flexibility isn't the only thing you get when you go with Rent-A-Center in Los Angeles. Another benefit you get is Rent-A-Center's RAC Exchange*** program. RAC Exchange*** means 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 something you like more is easy. Plus, any payments you've already made will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center Or Big Lots: Locations Nearby in Los Angeles, CA

Rent-A-Center has over 3,000 stores across the United States, so you likely have one near you. Big Lots only has about 1,300 stores, so there may not be a Big Lots near you in Los Angeles, CA. They are also about to close hundreds of locations, so the Big Lots near you may close soon.

Instead of Waiting for a Big Lots Furniture Sale in Los Angeles, CA, Visit Rent-A-Center

You don't need to wait until a Big Lots sale in Los Angeles, CA to pay cash in order to get the appliances, furniture, electronics, and more that you want. Rent-A-Center has flexible renewal payment options you'll love, as well as benefits like RAC Exchange*** to help you get the household essentials you need today. Shop our selection of rent-to-own* items online or visit your local Rent-A-Center to browse 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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