What Does Rent to Own Mean for Jewelry and Diamond Rings?
Many people think negatively when they hear the term ‘lease-to-own’ and consider it something to avoid. Often, the problem is a general lack of understanding about lease-to-own programs and how they work.
How Does Renting Work?
A lease is a contract between a customer and a leasing company that allows the customer to “rent” an item for a specified period of time. At the end of the contract or an early payoff, after making all of the required payments, the customer will own the merchandise. Until the item has been paid off, the leasing company owns the item. Some stores use their own in-house program while other companies use independent leasing programs such as Progressive Leasing. Customers may choose to return the merchandise to the leasing company before the end of the lease and end the contract without making all the payments.
Why Would I Choose A Lease?
There are many reasons for choosing a lease purchase program over traditional financing. One appealing aspect of a lease is that you do not need a good credit score to use the service. Many people don’t qualify for traditional lending options due to credit struggles. The requirements for leasing are often less stringent and allow customers to get the things they need without having a large sum of money on hand. They can pay off the lease early for additional savings or make small payments over the course of the lease.
Other benefits include:
- Flexible payment options
- A short-term lease – up to 12 months
- Easy approval process
- Low initial payment
- NO CREDIT NEEDED
How Does A Progressive Lease Work?
As leaders in the industry, Progressive has worked hard to provide a program that satisfies merchants and customers. When you sign a lease-to-own contract with Progressive, you will be able to take home or delivery of the items you need today. The process:
- Apply in-store or online
- Receive an instant decision
- Shop for the items you need
- Complete the process with a sales associate
- Make an initial payment
- Set up automatic payments to come out on your payday, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly
- Take it home or set up delivery
Progressive’s program also includes a 90 day payment option and other early payoff options. Our outstanding customer service team assists anyone who wants or needs to make adjustments to their payment schedule. *The advertised service is a rental- or lease-purchase agreement provided by Prog Leasing, LLC, or its affiliates. It is not a loan, credit or financing. While no credit history is required, Progressive obtains information from consumer reporting agencies in connection with lease application. 90-day purchase option includes a markup over invoice price (except for 3-month purchase option in CA). After 90 days, early buyout options vary by state. Acquiring ownership by leasing costs more than retailer’s cash price. Not available in MN, NJ, VT, WI or WY. Merchant participating locations only. Leasing available on select items. Not all applicants are approved. See lease for details
If you have any other questions about lease-to-own, please call customer support at 877-855-2663.
