Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Furniture at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Sanford, ME

Your local Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Sanford both have home essentials like furniture, electronics, and appliances. So you may be wondering: should I shop at Rent-A-Center or Big Lots near me in Sanford, ME? Both of these stores have their own unique stock and benefits. Learn more today, and consider your local Rent-A-Center.

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Where to Shop: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Sanford, ME?

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

Shopping for Mattresses in Sanford, ME: Big Lots vs. Rent-A-Center

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another popular item that you can buy at Rent-A-Center or Big Lots stores in Sanford, ME. When you visit Rent-A-Center, you can browse box springs, hybrid, innerspring, and memory foam mattresses. You can shop from name brands like Sealy at either of these stores, but DreamCloud and Nectar are only at Rent-A-Center to help you find the ideal mattress, no matter your sleeping style.

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

Are you shopping for a new dryer, refrigerator, or dishwasher for your Sanford, ME home? Rent-A-Center might be the best place to go. With a selection of major appliances and more from top brands like Whirlpool and Samsung, you can find the products you need at Rent-A-Center.

It's true that Big Lots also offers Sanford, ME appliances, but not the major appliances like laundry machines and ranges. You’ll be limited to smaller items like toasters, air fryers, and microwaves.

Your Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Sanford, ME

At Rent-A-Center in Sanford, ME, we understand that furniture, appliances, and electronics are major 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. That means you don’t have to pay a big chunk of money at once to get the product you need for your home. Another awesome benefit of renting-to-own through Rent-A-Center?* You can make your payments online, in-store at your local Sanford Rent-A-Center, over the phone, or in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores.

At Big Lots, you do have a leasing option for online and in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Sanford, ME means you can make monthly payments on your purchases instead of having to pay the whole price at one time like you would with a credit or debit card, much like 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.**

Big Lots vs. Rent-A-Center in Sanford, ME: What Are the Benefits?

It's not just payment flexibility you get when you shop at Rent-A-Center in Sanford. Another benefit of shopping at Rent-A-Center is RAC Exchange.*** Through RAC Exchange***, you can trade your item for another within the first six months of your contract. So, if that new sectional isn't as comfortable as you hoped or your TV doesn't fit in your living room, it's simple to swap it out for something that you like more. And, 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 in Sanford, ME

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

Shop at Rent-A-Center in Sanford, ME

You don't need to wait until a Big Lots sale in Sanford, ME to pay cash to get the electronics, furniture, appliances, and more that you need. Rent-A-Center has flexible renewal payment options you'll love, alongside great benefits like RAC Exchange*** to help you get the household essentials you need today. Shop 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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