Rent-A-Center

Rent-A-Center is a leading omni-channel lease-to-own retailer in the United States, providing technology-driven, flexible, and no-debt obligation leasing solutions for underserved consumers. Founded in 1973 by Thomas Devlin and W. Frank Barton in Wichita, Kansas, the company has grown into a dominant force in the rent-to-own industry. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Rent-A-Center operates as a key business segment of Upbound Group, Inc., a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life for its customers by granting access to high-quality durable goods, such as name-brand furniture, appliances, electronics, and computers, without the need for traditional credit.

The company's business model is built on providing financial flexibility and purchasing power to consumers who may not qualify for standard financing methods. Through its extensive network of approximately 2,400 company-owned and franchised retail locations across the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, as well as its e-commerce platform, Rent-A-Center offers a seamless shopping experience. Customers benefit from features like same-day delivery, early purchase options, and the ability to return products at any time without penalty. In addition to its core Rent-A-Center brand, the company's portfolio includes Get It Now!, Home Choice, and the virtual lease-to-own platform Acima, further expanding its reach and service capabilities in the alternative financial services market.