Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Chicago Heights, IL

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 Chicago Heights, IL? 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 Chicago Heights Rent-A-Center.

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Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Chicago Heights, IL?

Big Lots and Rent-A-Center are both stores nearby in Chicago Heights, IL that offer a wide selection of furniture. Both stock popular items, such as bedroom sets, living room furniture, and accent pieces. Your local Rent-A-Center has many of the name brands you recognize, like La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Should I Shop for Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Mattresses in Chicago Heights, IL?

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another item that both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores nearby in Chicago Heights, IL carry. At your nearby Rent-A-Center, you can choose from innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and box spring mattresses. You can shop for certain brands like Sealy at each store, but if you want DreamCloud and Nectar, too, visit Rent-A-Center to help you find the ideal mattress for your sleeping style.

Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Appliances in Chicago Heights, IL?

Are you on the hunt for a new dishwasher, refrigerator, or dryer for your Chicago Heights, IL home? Rent-A-Center could be the best option. With a collection of major appliances and more from top brands like Whirlpool and Samsung, you can find the products you need at Rent-A-Center.

Big Lots also carries appliances in Chicago Heights, IL but not large appliances like refrigerators and ranges. 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 Chicago Heights, IL

At your local Chicago Heights, IL Rent-A-Center, we understand that appliances, electronics, and furniture are pricey purchases. 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 find the items you need for your home. Another awesome benefit of renting-to-own through Rent-A-Center?* You have the ability to make payments online, over the phone, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, or in-store at your local Chicago Heights Rent-A-Center.

Big Lots stores offer a leasing option for online or in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Chicago Heights, IL means you can make monthly payments on 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*. 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 Chicago Heights, IL

It's not just payment flexibility you get when you shop at Rent-A-Center in Chicago Heights. You also get the Rent-A-Center benefit of RAC Exchange.*** RAC Exchange*** means you can exchange your item for a different one within the first six months of your contract. So, if that new appliance isn't precisely what you expected or your TV is too big for your living room, exchanging it for something that fits your needs better is simple. As a bonus, the 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 Chicago Heights, IL

Rent-A-Center has over 3,000 stores across the United States, so you likely have one located conveniently nearby. There are currently only over 1,300 Big Lots stores, which means you may not have a Big Lots nearby in Chicago Heights, IL. They are also about to close hundreds of locations, so the Big Lots near you may not be open soon.

Shop at Rent-A-Center in Chicago Heights, IL

You don’t have to wait for a Big Lots sale in Chicago Heights, IL to pay cash to get the electronics, furniture, appliances, and more that you need for your home. Rent-A-Center has flexible renewal payment options you'll love, along with benefits like RAC Exchange*** to help you get the essentials you need 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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