Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Furniture at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Melbourne, FL

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 Melbourne, FL? 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 Melbourne Rent-A-Center.

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Should I Choose Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Melbourne, FL?

You can find both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores in Melbourne, FL that offer a wide selection of furniture. Both stores have trendy items, such as bedroom sets, living room furniture, and accent pieces. However, Rent-A-Center carries many of the brands you trust, like La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Do I Shop for Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Mattresses in Melbourne, FL?

Are you looking forward to getting a great night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another in-demand item that you can find in both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores near you in Melbourne, FL. At your nearby Rent-A-Center, you can choose from innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and box spring mattresses. You can shop for brands like Sealy at both of these stores, but DreamCloud and Nectar are only at Rent-A-Center to help you shop for the perfect mattress for your individual sleeping style.

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots Appliances in Melbourne, FL

Are you shopping for a new refrigerator, dryer, or dishwasher for your Melbourne, FL home? Your local Rent-A-Center could be the best choice. With a variety of major appliances and more from popular brands like Whirlpool and Samsung, it’s easy to find the items you need at Rent-A-Center.

Big Lots in Melbourne, FL also has appliances, but they do not have large appliances like ranges and refrigerators. Your options will be restricted to smaller appliances such as microwaves, air fryers, and toasters.

Your Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Melbourne, FL

At your local Melbourne, FL Rent-A-Center, we understand that appliances, furniture, and electronics are substantial expenses. Our rent-to-own program is made to fit in your budget, and we offer rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. That means you don’t have to pay a big chunk of money at once to get the must-have items for your home. Another fantastic benefit of Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own options?* You can make your payments online, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, over the phone, or in-store at your local Melbourne Rent-A-Center.

At Big Lots, you do have a leasing option for online and in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Melbourne, FL lets you make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of paying a large amount at once like you'd have to with a debit or credit card, similar to Rent-A-Centers rent-to-own model*. Big Lots leasing does have a 90-day early purchase option, but Rent-A-Center offers more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash option.**

What Are the Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Melbourne, FL?

You don't just get the benefit of payment flexibility when you go with Rent-A-Center in Melbourne. Another benefit you get is Rent-A-Center's RAC Exchange*** program. With 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 Melbourne, FL

Rent-A-Center has over 3,000 locations nationwide, so you most likely have one nearby. Big Lots currently only has over 1,300 stores, which means there may not be a Big Lots near you in Melbourne, FL. They are also about to close hundreds of locations, so your current Big Lots might be closing soon.

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

You don't need to wait until a Big Lots sale in Melbourne, FL to pay cash in order to get the appliances, furniture, electronics, 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 household must-haves you want today. Shop our rent-to-own* selection 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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