Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Big Lots or Rent-A-Center in Peoria, 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 Peoria, IL compare? Learn about the unique benefits and selection of both stores and why you should consider your local Peoria Rent-A-Center for furniture and more.

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

Rent-A-Center and Big Lots are both stores near you in Peoria, IL that have a large selection of furniture. Each of these stores has popular products, including living room furniture, accent pieces, and bedroom sets. Your local Rent-A-Center has many of the name brands you want, including Ashley Furniture and La-Z-Boy.

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

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another popular item that you can find in both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores near you in Peoria, IL. At Rent-A-Center, you’ll find memory foam, innerspring, box springs, and hybrid mattresses. You can shop from name 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.

Should I Go to Rent-A-Center or Big Lots for Appliances in Peoria, IL?

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

Big Lots in Peoria, IL also has appliances, but they do not have major appliances like ovens and laundry machines. You’ll be limited to smaller items like toasters, air fryers, and microwaves.

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

At your local Peoria, IL Rent-A-Center, we understand that appliances, furniture, and electronics are pricey purchases. Our rent-to-own program is made to fit in your budget, featuring weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly rental renewal payment options. These options mean you don't have to pay a large amount of money upfront to shop for must-have home items. Another great benefit of Rent-A-Center’s rent-to-own model?* You have the freedom to make payments online, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, in-store at your local Peoria 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 Peoria, IL allows you to make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of paying a large amount at once like you would have to do with a credit or debit card, much like Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own model*. While the Big Lots leasing program does have a 90-day early purchase option, Rent-A-Center offers more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash option.**

Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Peoria, IL

Payment flexibility isn't the only thing you get when you choose to shop at your local Peoria Rent-A-Center. Another benefit you get is Rent-A-Center's RAC Exchange*** program. The RAC Exchange*** program 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 TV is too small for your living room, exchanging it for something that fits your needs better is simple. 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 Peoria, IL

There are more than 3,000 Rent-A-Center stores in the United States, so you most likely have one nearby. Currently, Big Lots only has over 1,300 stores, which means there may not be a Big Lots near you in Peoria, IL. They are also slated to close hundreds of stores, so your closest Big Lots might be closing soon.

Waiting for a Big Lots Furniture Sale in Peoria, IL? Shop Rent-A-Center Instead

Don't wait for a Big Lots sale in Peoria, IL to pay cash to get the furniture, appliances, electronics, and more that you need at your home. At Rent-A-Center, we have flexible renewal payment options, in addition to RAC Exchange*** so you can get the household essentials you need ASAP. You can shop our rent-to-own* items online or shop 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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