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Comparing Furniture at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Paris, IL

When you're shopping for home essentials like appliances, electronics, and furniture, you may be wondering: how do Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Paris, IL compare? Learn about the unique benefits and selection of both stores and why you should consider your local Paris Rent-A-Center for furniture and more.

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Where to Shop: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Paris, IL?

Rent-A-Center and Big Lots are both stores near you in Paris, IL that offer a varied selection of furniture. Each of these stores carries in-demand items, including bedroom sets, living room furniture, and accent pieces. Your local Rent-A-Center has many of the top products from brands you recognize, like La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Shopping for Mattresses in Paris, IL: Big Lots vs. Rent-A-Center

Are you looking forward to getting a great night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another popular item that Paris, IL Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores carry. At your local Rent-A-Center, you can choose from innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and box spring mattresses. You can shop for certain brands like Sealy at both stores, but if you want DreamCloud and Nectar, too, visit Rent-A-Center to help you shop for the perfect mattress for your individual sleeping style.

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

Are you on the hunt for a new dishwasher, dryer, or refrigerator for your home in Paris, IL? Your local Rent-A-Center could be the best choice. With a variety of major appliances and more from brands you trust, like Samsung and Whirlpool, you can find the products you need at Rent-A-Center.

It's true that Big Lots also offers Paris, IL 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.

Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Paris, IL

At Rent-A-Center in Paris, IL, we understand that appliances, furniture, and electronics are pricey purchases. Our rent-to-own program is designed to fit your budget, and we offer 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 great benefit of Rent-A-Center’s rent-to-own model?* You have the option to make your payments online, over the phone, in-store at your local Paris Rent-A-Center, or in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores.

Big Lots stores offer a leasing option for online or in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Paris, IL lets you make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of having to pay a hefty amount at one time like you'd have to with a debit or credit card, not unlike Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own model*. Big Lots leasing does have a 90-day early purchase option, but 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 Paris, IL

You don't just get payment flexibility when you choose to shop at your local Paris Rent-A-Center. You can also enjoy the benefit of Rent-A-Center's RAC Exchange*** program. RAC Exchange*** means you can trade your item for another within the first six months of your contract. So, if that new couch isn’t as comfortable as you expected or your TV is too small for your living room, swapping it out for another item that you like better is straightforward. As a bonus, the payments you've already made will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots Locations Near You in Paris, IL

Rent-A-Center has more than 3,000 store locations across the country, so you likely have one near you. Big Lots only has about 1,300 stores, which means there may not be a Big Lots near you in Paris, IL. They are also planning hundreds of store closures, so your closest Big Lots may not be open soon.

Shop at Rent-A-Center in Paris, IL

Don't wait around for a Big Lots sale in Paris, IL to pay cash in order to get the appliances, furniture, electronics, and more that you need for your home. Rent-A-Center offers flexible renewal payment options you’ll love, alongside great benefits like RAC Exchange*** so you can get the household essentials you need ASAP. You can shop our rent-to-own* items online or browse in person at your local Rent-A-Center.

*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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