Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Cortland, NY

If you’re shopping for must-have items like furniture, electronics, or appliances, you may be wondering where to go: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots in Cortland, NY? Each of these stores has unique benefits and selections. Compare the two today to learn why you should consider your local Cortland Rent-A-Center.

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Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Cortland, NY?

Big Lots and Rent-A-Center are both stores nearby in Cortland, NY that have a large selection of furniture. Each of these stores has popular products, including living room furniture, bedroom sets, and accent pieces. However, Rent-A-Center carries many of the top products from brands you recognize, like La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Do I Shop for Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Mattresses in Cortland, NY?

Ready to get the best sleep of your life every night? Mattresses are another popular item that you can find in both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores near you in Cortland, NY. At Rent-A-Center, you’ll find hybrid, innerspring, box springs, and memory foam mattresses. You can shop for 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.

Rent-A-Center or Big Lots: Appliances in Cortland, NY

Are you shopping for a new dishwasher, refrigerator, or dryer for your Cortland, NY home? Rent-A-Center could be the best option. With a selection of major appliances and more from top brands like Whirlpool and Samsung, it’s easy to find the items you need at Rent-A-Center.

Big Lots also carries appliances in Cortland, NY 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 Cortland, NY

At your local Cortland, NY Rent-A-Center, we understand that appliances, furniture, and electronics are big purchases. Our rent-to-own program is built with your budget in mind, with rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. With these options, you don't have to pay a large sum of money right away to get the product you need for your home. Another fantastic benefit of Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own options?* You can make your payments online, in-store at your local Cortland Rent-A-Center, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, or over the phone.

Big Lots does have a leasing option for purchases you make in-store or online. Big Lots leasing in Cortland, NY gives you the ability to make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of having to pay a hefty amount at one time like you would have to do with a credit or debit card, not unlike Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own model*. The Big Lots leasing program has a 90-day purchase option, although Rent-A-Center gives you even more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash purchase option.**

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

You don't just get the benefit of payment flexibility when you go with Rent-A-Center in Cortland. You also get the Rent-A-Center benefit of RAC Exchange.*** With RAC Exchange***, within the first six months of your contract, you can swap your item for another. So, if that new sectional isn't as comfortable as you hoped or your TV is too big for 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 Cortland, NY

Rent-A-Center has more than 3,000 store locations across the country, so you likely have one conveniently located near you. Big Lots only has about 1,300 stores, which means you may not have a Big Lots nearby in Cortland, NY. They are also slated to close hundreds of stores, so your nearest Big Lots may close soon.

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

You don't need to wait until a Big Lots sale in Cortland, NY 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 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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