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 01-26-12
Marketing, Finance Top Premier 2012 Franchisee Training Schedule
During their recent convention in Key West,
The Premier Companies,
franchisor of four Rent-to-Own brands, released their 2012
Training Seminar schedule to franchisees. The aggressive
schedule includes workshops and seminars focused on key
operational elements of the franchisee's business...more
 01-18-12
Ecker, Quinn Open Snellville Premier Rental-Purchase
Coe Ecker and David Quinn have partnered up to open a Premier Rental-Purchase
location in Snellville, Georgia...more
 01-17-12
Interview With Jamie Sieverding - Premier Home Furnishings
Jamie Sieverding is a Premier Home Furnishings Franchisee in Clinton Iowa...more
 01-17-12
Interview With Jay Muir - Premier Rental Purchase
Jay Muir is a Premier Rental Purchase Franchisee in New Hampshire...more
 01-17-12
Interview With John Reichenbach - Premier Rental Purchase
John
Reichenbach is a Premier Rental Purchase Franchisee in Maine,
Tennessee and Indiana...more
 01-17-12
Interview With Shawn Newman - Premier Rental Purchase
Shawn Newman is a Premier Rental Purchase Franchisee in
Pennsylvania and Maryland...more
 01-17-12
Interview With Doug Higgins and Tyra Johnson - Premier Rental Purchase
Doug Higgins is VP Ops for Premier Franchisee Scott Kinnear - Ohio. Tyra Johnson
is Assistant Manager for Kinnear's Salem Ave store in Dayton...more
 01-12-12
Premier Companies
Kicks Off 2012 Convention; Interview With Mike Shuler
"It's a great
feeling to have our franchisees together again. We are all very
proud of everyone’s accomplishments and look forward to
recognizing our award winners during our banquet on Wednesday."
- Trooper Earle, President & CEO of The Premier Companies...more
 12-07-11
Kinnear Celebrates
Continued RTO Success in Ohio
Scott Kinnear, owner of two
Premier Rental-Purchase locations
in Dayton Ohio, is celebrating the third anniversary of his
second store...more
 12-07-11
easyhome Issues Final Call for Be A Contender Entries
easyhome Ltd. (TSX: EH), Canada's
leading merchandise leasing company, is inviting rent-to-own
professionals to apply for Be
A Contender III - the "Ultimate Franchise Opportunity"...more
11-18-11
Online Registration Opens for PrimeTime! at the Gaylord Palms in Florida
"For four
decades, Nationwide along with our vendor partners, have been
committed to supporting the independent dealer with the very
best programming in the industry." - Robert Weisner, CEO, Nationwide Marketing Group...more
 11-10-11
John Birks Awarded Oregon easyhome Franchise
Through Be A Contender Program
"The Be a
Contender program was created to provide the best operators in
America the opportunity to be in business for themselves but not
by themselves." - David Ingram, easyhome's President and Chief Executive
Officer...more
 11-03-11
Mark Gow to Keynote 2012 Premier Convention
For over six years Mark has been a Director of HR for IAP
World Services in Cape Canaveral, Fl. IAP is a government
contractor with over $1.2B a year in revenue and over 5000
employees throughout the world...more
 10-27-11
VIDEO
Covington, GA Premier Rental-Purchase Owner Celebrates 4 Years
Many grey hairs ago Matt Baker opened his Premier
Rental-Purchase store in Covington, Georgia. He’s now
celebrating his 4th year of being in business for himself...more
10-21-11
easyhome Appoints Rod Adams to Board
"The Board of
easyhome is delighted to have such a distinguished colleague
join us." - Donald K. Johnson, Chairman of the Board, easyhome...more
10-21-11
Session Topics Announced for Premier 2012 National Convention
In
addition to golf, deep sea fishing and a cooking class, Premier
will offer a series of educational breakout sessions for
attendees...more
 10-14-11
Nationwide Promotes Bazemore to New Vice President of Furniture
"When I first
started with Nationwide in 1999, the industry had already
undergone significant changes with the onslaught of imports and
the independent needed a way to level the playing field with the
majors." - Bill Bazemore, VP of Furniture, Nationwide Marketing Group...more
 10-13-11
Mountain Home ColorTyme Celebrates Grand Re-Opening
"Our Mountain
Home ColorTyme store is much larger now, so we can stock more
inventory and give customers a better selection." - Jennifer Corrao, ColorTyme franchisee...more
 10-13-11
Mark Shaw Opens Oahu easyhome Through Be A Contender Program
"Owning your
own business is the American dream. Thanks to easyhome, I am
living it and will be able to build a better future for me and
my family." - Mark Shaw, easyhome franchisee...more
09-30-11
Teppers Open Third Virginia ColorTyme
With success from their Lynchburg and Danville locations, Jeff and Jill Tepper recently
opened the doors to their latest ColorTyme store in South
Boston, Va...more
 09-28-11
Elkton ColorTyme Announces Car Show Giveaway Winner
ColorTyme of Elkton recently
awarded one lucky winner with giveaway prizes from a drawing
held at the Downtown Elkton Classic Car Show. Stanley Baldwin
was randomly picked as the winner of a new 60-inch DLP
3D-capable TV and XBOX 360 package...more
09-26-11
Mark Childers Expands Alaska ColorTyme
"We have so many customers on the east side of town, so when the opportunity was
presented to open a store in the area, I jumped on it." - Mark Childers,
Franchisee, ColorTyme...more
09-23-11
Cort Hill brings ColorTyme Sales and Lease to Wilmington
After more than seven years of success as a ColorTyme franchising partner, Cort
Hill recently launched his own store in Wilmington with hopes of opening more in
the area...more
 09-15-11
easyhome Kicks Off 2011 Conference With Military Theme
The easyhome National Conference was kicked off this week at Deerhurst Resort in northern Ontario. The site of
last year’s G8 welcomed over 350
easyhome and easyfinancial Services store managers, regional managers and
supporting vendor partners...more
09-06-11
RimTyme's DiLeo Hosts Three City Car Show for Charity
Supporting local charities is more than a yearly plan for RimTyme Franchisee Shawn DiLeo; it’s a
promise. All three of DiLeo's RimTyme locations will host special car shows
this month. Proceeds from the events will go to local charities...more
09-06-11
Millions Given Away at PrimeTime! in Rebates and Prizes
Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG)
estimated that dealers’ savings on Cash Back Now! purchases were
in the millions and the most aggressive to date at the PrimeTime!
buying show and strategic member conference held last month at
the Gaylord Texan in Dallas, Texas...more
 08-31-11
Nationwide Introduces New Private Label Electronics
Last week, Nationwide Marketing
Group (NMG) introduced their new private label electronics
brand, Allegra at the PrimeTime! buying show and strategic
member conference in the Gaylord Texan Hotel and Convention
Center in Dallas, Texas...more
 08-30-11
Aarons Regional Manager Wins easyhome Franchise
Mississauga, ON – August 30, 2011 – easyhome Ltd. (TSX: EH), Canada's largest
merchandise leasing company and a growing provider of financial services, is
pleased to announce Travis Campbell as one of the Be a Contender II winners...more
08-20-11
Premier Opens 2011 Dealer Retreat - Texas Style
The Premier Companies always begins their Dealer Retreat with a fun and exciting
event. This year was no exception. Last evening, more than 50 members of the
Premier Family boarded a bus for the Mesquite Rodeo...more
08-10-11
MacAlpine Promoted to VP Rental Division
Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG), America’s largest appliance, electronics &
furniture group (parent company to RentDirect Nationwide), announced the
promotion of James MacAlpine to Vice President of Rental Division & Business
Development...more
 08-01-11
ColorTyme Manager Justin Jordan Partners to Open Fort Worth Store
"I've always wanted to run a store of my own, and I feel that ColorTyme is the
perfect fit for me." - Justin Jordan, ColorTyme store manager and operating
partner...more
 07-19-11
Kentucky ColorTyme Expands;
Adds Products
An updated look is not all
that’s new for the local ColorTyme rent-to-own store. Now
located at 1315 Winchester Rd., the store occupies a larger
space to provide a greater mix of products and services for
Lexington residents...more
06-29-11
Nationwide Taps Knock and Promotes Weinberg
There is no
coincidence that Nationwide represents over 60% of the
independent appliance buying group dealers in America." - Dave Bilas, Executive Vice President of Appliances and
Electronics...more
06-29-11
Houston ColorTyme hosts successful Grand Opening event
The recent Houston ColorTyme Grand
Opening was more than just an afternoon of family fun and games.
Saturday’s event marked a new locally-owned rent-to-own option
for residents and introduced the store’s customer-focused owners
and staff...more
06-17-11
Vendors Honored as ColorTyme kicks off Summer Meeting in Tahoe
Yesterday marked the beginning of ColorTyme’s annual Summer Meeting where the company
welcomed franchisees, vendors, family and friends to Lake Tahoe,
Calif. This year’s annual meeting started with a Vendor
Appreciation Cocktail Reception held at the Resort at Squaw
Creek...more
06-16-11
FAC convenes before start of ColorTyme Summer Meeting
Keeping a yearly
tradition alive, the ColorTyme Franchise Advisory Council (FAC),
gathered for a meeting prior to the start of ColorTyme’s 2011
Summer Meeting...more
06-09-11
Jury Awards $95 Million in Aaron's Sexual Harassment Case
In what may be the largest award in U.S. history involving a
sexual harassment case, a District Court jury for the Southern
District of Illinois has awarded
$95 million in damages against Aaron Rents, Inc. (NYSE:AAN)
for claims arising out of allegations of sexual harassment that
occurred at its store in Fairview Heights, Illinois...more
06-06-11
Sieverdings Donate TV to Family in Need
Jamie and Rick Sieverding, Premier
Home Furnishings owners in Clinton Iowa recently donated a 42”
LCD HDTV for a fundraiser that brought in $7,500 for a family in
need! This family in need has a heart wrenching story...more
 05-26-11
BrandSource Florida Opts to Join Nationwide Marketing Group
BrandSource Florida, a division of AVB
(parent of TRIB The Rental Industry Buying Group),
will be moving its membership over to Nationwide Marketing Group
(NMG) and will continue operations under the new name,
Nationwide Florida...more
05-23-11
Nationwide Partners with Leading POS Software Providers
Nationwide Marketing
Group (NMG), parent company to RentDirect Nationwide,
America’s largest buying and marketing organization for
independent dealers, has partnered with ePass Enterprise, Tyler,
STORIS and Reliable Softworks...more
 05-19-11
Coshocton, Ohio Premier Rental Purchase Celebrates 2nd Anniversary
When Jeff Gibson and Ron Semelsberger first met during their days at RentWay,
they developed a strong mutual business respect for one another. Their business
respect grew into a friendship that led them into discussing the future that
would eventually lead them into opening their own store one day...more
05-17-11
ColorTyme rent-to-own franchise debuts in Houston
"As far as
franchising goes, we feel ColorTyme is the best opportunity in
rent-to-own." - David Rogers, ColorTyme Franchisee, Houston, TX...more
05-09-11
Boys & Girls Club honors ColorTyme franchisee with Spirit Award
For more than 16 years, Gary Hughes, a distinguished ColorTyme franchisee, and his wife, Jutta,
have been influential members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lewis Clark
Valley...more
 05-09-11
VP of GE Named New Executive Vice President of Nationwide Marketing Group
Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG),
parent company of RentDirect Nationwide, has named David Bilas as
their new Executive Vice President...more
 05-07-11
Tampa Premier Home Furnishings Celebrates 1st Year
What motivates a successful entrepreneur? Life! Says Tampa
Premier Home
Furnishings franchisee Chris Mueller. Mueller has put everything he owns in the
business he loves and is celebrating his first anniversary as a
Premier Dealer...more
04-28-11
ColorTyme's Coelho Completes Second Boston Marathon
In 2010, Al Coelho didn’t know that his mission to run the Boston Marathon would
soon become an annual tradition and enormous fundraising event for Children’s
Hospital Boston, but that’s exactly what happened...more
04-20-11
Dealers Give Rave Reviews on Business and Leadership Management Conference
"We brought
in the very best in the industry including a pool of experts
from Nationwide." - Edward Knodle, National Director of Member Services for NMG and
former Executive Director of NARDA...more
 04-13-11
Kearney Premier Rental-Purchase Steps Up for Charity
"It’s one
thing to fight cancer as an adult but for the families and
children to fight cancer at such a young age, brings tears to
your eyes." - Mike Shuler, Premier Rental-Purchase franchisee...more
04-13-11
Coelho and Bird Partner in Fall River ColorTyme
"As we grow,
I’m looking forward to opening more stores with Al and others in
our organization who are passionate about the business and want
the opportunity to grow." - Ray Bird, ColorTyme Franchisee...more
04-06-11
easyhome Announces Promotions of Key Executives
easyhome the promotion of two key executives - Charley Hamill to Senior Vice
President of easyhome Leasing Operations and Jason Mullins to
Senior Vice President of easyfinancial Services Operations...more
03-29-11
easyhome Reports Improved 2010 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
"All of
easyhome's business units are showing year-over-year
improvements." - David Ingram, President and Chief Executive Officer, easyhome...more
 03-28-11
The Premier Companies Holds First Marketing Workshop
Thirty-five franchisees, vendors and guests gathered in
Atlanta for The Premier Companies first Marketing Workshop March
22-24, 2011. The
workshop began with a vendor sponsored “Meet and Greet” Tuesday
evening...more
 03-17-11
Vinson, Edwards Hold Second Grand Opening for Montgomery ColorTyme
"Derrick and his staff show important values in the store everyday. Their
reliability, hard work and passion for helping people truly create a winning
business." - Bob Bloom, President and CEO of ColorTyme...more
03-04-11
Rent-to-own brand distinguished as a top franchising opportunity
ColorTyme, the nation’s oldest
rent-to-own franchisor, was chosen again this year as a “best of
the best” business opportunity in the 2011
AllBusiness AllStar
ranking...more
03-04-11
Premier Auto By Rent Opens in Rolla, Missouri
Robert Aufner is opening his first Premier Auto By Rent location this weekend in
Rolla, Missouri! Robert worked in the Premier Auto Outlet location in
Springfield, Missouri for more than five years as Finance Director...more
 03-01-11
Providence franchisee, Pawtucket youth join for cause
"Christina
will never walk out of her wheelchair, but in April, her spirit
will push me across the finish line to once again raise money
for Children's Hospital Boston." - Al Coelho, Franchisee, ColorTyme...more
 02-20-11
Nationwide Marketing Group Introduces New Bellagio at Home by Serta Mattress Collection
Winston-Salem, NC (February 20, 2011) – Today, Nationwide
Marketing Group, parent company of RentDirect Nationwide,
announced their brand new mattress collection, Bellagio at Home
by Serta...more
02-16-11
ColorTyme CEO Earns Franchise Certification
Bob Bloom, president and CEO of national rent-to-own franchisor ColorTyme, was
recognized today as a Certified Franchise Executive by the Institute of
Certified Franchise Executives...more
02-14-11
Nationwide Predicts 4000 Attendees at PrimeTime!
"It is safe to
say that we will have over 4,000 people at the show in Las
Vegas. In the 40 years we have been in business, this is the
largest turnout we have ever experienced." - Robert Weisner, CEO of Nationwide Marketing Group...more
01-27-11
FAC convenes upon close of ColorTyme National Convention
"We consult with
the FAC on a wide range of topics and appreciate their
incredibly valuable input." - Albert Kohut, Vice President of Operations, ColorTyme...more
01-26-11
Final Call for Entries to easyhome Be A Contender II Franchise Opportunity
"North
America is wide open and if you have the will, and proven
performance, you should put your name in the hat." - David Ingram, President & CEO easyhome Ltd....more
01-26-11
ColorTyme identified best of the best at 2011 National Convention
"Through
their work in the stores and commitment to the community, it's
clear they truly enjoy being a part of the ColorTyme, and we
enjoy having them as a part of our franchise family." - Bob Bloom, ColorTyme president and CEO...more
01-24-11
Vendors make ColorTyme Buying Show a success
"We offer special pricing and rebates to franchisees as our way to show how much
we value our relationship with them." - Kent Clark, rental specialist for Ashley
Furniture...more
01-24-11
ColorTyme welcomes record turnout to 2011 National Convention
"It is time
to grow our business, increase revenues and find ways to
differentiate ourselves from the competition." - Bob Bloom, President and CEO, ColorTyme...more
01-24-11
Premier Wraps Up Best-Ever Annual Convention
"We know how
to plan a celebration. And we have much to celebrate..." - John Darden, Franchisee Liaison, The Premier Companies...more
01-20-11
2011
Premier Convention Photo Gallery
545 photos
01-15-11
Strong Line Up for The Premier Companies Annual Convention in Phoenix
A total of sixteen workshops will be offered in six sessions...more
 01-05-11
VIDEO
easyhome Announces the Be A Contender II Franchise Opportunity
easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH), Canada's
leading merchandise leasing company, is announcing the official
contest close date of the Ultimate Franchise Opportunity "Be A
Contender II". The "Be A Contender" program provides individuals
the opportunity to win an initial franchise finance package of
up to $750,000. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own
and operate an easyhome franchise.
01-03-11
Nalley Truck Among Sponsors for The Premier Companies 2011 Convention
"Michelle's reputation for excellence and her commitment to supporting the needs
of small business owners as they get their start and grow in the RTO industry
are reflected in Nalley's mission." - John Darden, Franchise/Vendor Liaison, The
Premier Companies...more
 12-20-10
Sharon Hill ColorTyme
Announces Giveaway Winner
"Saying ‘thank you’ is more powerful when it’s presented through action." - Angelo Lee, Store Manager, ColorTyme...more
12-17-10
Premier Auto By Rent Wraps Year with New Franchises
"Our concept
continues to gain market share in the sub-prime auto market,
verifying to auto customers the benefits of the Rent to Own vs.
Buy Here Pay Here." - Wayne Lewis, President of Premier Auto by Rent...more
12-16-10
RentDirect Announces New Marketing Program
RentDirect Nationwide, a
division of Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) and the rent-to-own
industry’s largest buying and marketing organization, announced
its partnership with Banner Marketing...more
12-10-10
The Premier Companies Report Record Vendor Support for 2011 Convention
The Premier Companies announced today that a record number of
Vendor Sponsors will be participating in the 2011 Premier
National Convention January 17th -19th at The Wild Horse Pass
Resort in Chandler, Arizona. See sponsorship list...more
 12-10-10
ColorTyme Franchisee to take another run for Children’s Hospital
"We are proud
to show our faith in Children’s Hospital Boston and give
gratitude for the life-changing care they provide." - Ray Bird, ColorTyme Franchisee...more
12-10-10
easyhome Concludes Fraud Investigation
The total cost of the Audit Committee's investigation is expected to amount to
approximately $2.3 million...more
12-08-10
VIDEO
Independents Get Connected to the New Marketplace in Vegas
Those who register for PrimeTime! by January 24, 2011 will be entered into a
drawing for a free 3 night hotel stay...more
12-06-10
easyhome Opens Third
Arizona Location
easyphoenix, LLC, has
opened their third easyhome franchise store in
Arizona in Phoenix. The store had their grand opening on
December 4 at 7502 West Thomas Road in the Desert Sky Palms
Shopping Center...more
12-01-10
RTO Pro Software Adds SMS Texting
"Store owners
and managers tell us, more rental customers respond and reply to
text messages which are less intrusive than phone calls." - Ron Ganus, RTO Pro Software President...more
12-01-10
Edwards, Vinson Open Montgomery ColorTyme
"We are proud
to give this city a better rent-to-own business and show
customers how a hometown store operates." - Eddie Edwards, ColorTyme franchisee...more
11-18-10
Interest High in Premier Franchise January Convention
"We're
running significantly ahead of last year with registration and
the number of vendors attending and supporting the organization."
- Trooper Earle,, Premier President/CEO...more
11-17-10
Meister-Hughes Open Second ColorTyme
With success from their Temecula location, Franchisees Tim and Cindy Meister and
Gary Hughes recently opened the doors to their second ColorTyme store in Hemet,
Calif...more
11-16-10
Gates Opens Second Oklahoma City easyhome
"I’m thrilled
to see the easyhome brand opening another store in Oklahoma City
and I look forward to bringing our unique service offering to
the customers as we have successfully done to date in all of our
markets." - David Ingram, President and CEO of easyhome Ltd...more
11-12-10
VIDEO
Mark Feldbauer Opens New York easyhome Franchise
Mark and his team held a highly attended event achieving one of
the company's most successful opening days
in the 250+ stores throughout North America...more
11-05-10
Premier Names Tom Gould Dealer Operations Liaison
Tom Gould has been named Dealer Operations Liaison for
Premier
Wheel Workz, a position created to more fully support Premier's
automotive franchisees...more
11-04-10
RTO Pro Announces Early Release of Server Version
RTO Pro Software, the
Rent-To-Own Industry's leading Windows-based management system
serving over 1050 RTO locations, announced the ahead-of-schedule
release of its Central Server version...more
11-04-10
VIDEO
Zach Routh and Steve Dami Open Second North Carolina ColorTyme
"We want to
give the people of Winston-Salem a better, friendlier
alternative to the bigger chains." - Zach Routh, ColorTyme franchisee...more
11-03-10
RentDirect Expands Website Solutions for Rental Dealers
"Our
organization represents dealers who own one store to regional
chains. This means they all have very different needs when it
comes to running their businesses." - Frank Sandtner,
Director of Member Services Operations for NMG...more
 11-03-10
Rent-to-own
Franchise Shows Charitable Spirit
It was the first time the
local rent-to-own franchise celebrated Halloween, but it
certainly will not be the last. The ColorTyme of Corsicana,
Texas recently drew a crowd inside and outside of the store with
family-friendly festivities...more
 10-26-10
Furniture Smart Levels the Playing Field for Independents
Furniture Smart, a division
of Nationwide Marketing Group, the largest buying and marketing
organization serving thousands of independent dealers across the
country, had a successful exhibit at the High Point Market in
High Point, NC last week...more
10-14-10
$3.4 Million Employee Fraud Uncovered by easyhome
An internal investigation indicates that the manager of an easyfinancial kiosk fraudulently withdrew Company funds by
processing fictitious loan applications. Subsequent fictitious
loans were later processed to maintain the required payments on
the original fraudulent loans, exponentially increasing the size
of the total fraudulent loan balance. Additionally, the
Company's standard policies for oversight and internal audit
were not adhered to for this location...more
 10-14-10
PHOTO GALLERY
Oklahoma Rental Dealers Wrap 2010 Convention With Legislative Update
A presentation was given by Jim Newport from the lobbying
firm of Kelley, Newport, and Associates, regarding the
legislative activities of the state. He reminded the ORDA
members that the state rental purchase transaction is governed
by the Oklahoma Consumer Credit Commission...more
 10-13-10
PHOTO GALLERY
Oklahoma Rent-to-Own Dealers Kickoff 2010 Convention
Randy Braucher, President of the Oklahoma Rental Dealers
Association (ORDA), will be kicking off the association’s annual
meeting today in Tulsa...more
10-12-10
Rhode Island ColorTyme Praised for Reaching Out to Hispanic Community
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, ColorTyme Franchisee Ray Bird recently took to
the airwaves to show his appreciation to the Hispanic community.
Bird's radio announcement combined with further efforts to give
back earned ColorTyme the title of "Business of the Week" by the
Hispanic publication Providence en Espańol...more
 10-12-10
TARA Wraps 2010 Convention - Photo
gallery
Dealers were updated on federal and state legislation with a historical review
of the industry's legislative challenges over the past two decades and the
upcoming elections in the state as well as the Texas' budget deficit situation...more
 10-11-10
Texas Association Kicks Off 2010 Convention in Dallas
The Texas Association of Rental Agencies (TARA) Convention is in full swing in
Dallas today...more
10-11-10
Rent2Buy Real Estate Updated With 2,310,380 Homes
Rent2Buy.com, the world's eMarketplace for
renting or leasing nearly anything with the option to buy, has
updated Rent2Buy Real Estate with more than 2,310,380 homes...more
10-04-10
easyhome Enters Fort Smith Market
Bud Gates, Chairman and CEO of easygates, LLC announced easyhome opening its doors in Fort
Smith, AR. The store's grand opening was October 2nd at 5609
Rogers Avenue...more
09-28-10
Rent2Buy Announces Virtual Auto Mall
Planned for a January 2011 rollout, consumers in the market to purchase a
used rental car can visit one online location and view inventory for sale from a
variety of rental car companies in their area...more
09-27-10
Gates Opens Second Arizona easyhome
"The owners in easyphoenix have history in the rent-to-own business and bring
sound business knowledge to the easyhome brand." - Bud Gates, Chairman and
CEO of easygates, LLC...more
09-27-10
Premier Plans 2011 Convention in Arizona
The Premier Companies' 2011 convention will be held January
17-19 at The Wild
Horse Pass Resort and Spa in Chandler Arizona, just outside
of Phoenix...more
09-23-10
RimTyme Franchisee David Deignan
Opens Third Store
Franchisee David Deignan
recently opened another RimTyme in Georgia; this time it's in
the city of Columbus. The new store makes Deignan's third
custom-wheels-and-tires franchise with other locations in Macon
and Warner Robins...more
 09-17-10
Former Rent Way Regional Mgr Named easyhome Be a Contender Winner
Jerry started his RTO career with RentWay in 2000 as a store manager
and worked his way up the corporate ladder to a Regional Manager
of RentWay. Jerry continued his career from 2007-2009 as a
Regional Manager of Aaron’s Sales and Lease for a franchisee...more
09-17-10
VIDEO
Premier Offers Full Slate of Dealer Programs for Fall 2010
The Premier
Companies' September line-up of franchisee support programs has
been full, having kicked off with a two-day Financial Summit in Williamsburg
last week...more
 09-13-10
VIDEO
Harry Pappas III and Scott McHale team to open ColorTyme franchise
The new ColorTyme franchisees expect to make a positive impression on Sharon
Hill residents and build long-lasting relationships...more
 09-13-10
easyhome 2010 National Conference Wraps - 2011 Site Announced
Day 2 of easyhome's 2010 National Conference in Niagara Falls,
kicked off with several timely and relevant Breakout Power
Sessions encompassing focused training on topics such as
Employee Retention, establishing meaningful initial customer
relationships and sales optimization, and the annual Vendor
show...more
 09-10-10
easyhome Kicks Off 2010 Convention in Niagara Falls
easyhome store managers
and Corporate staff gathered at Canada's leading Casino Resort
that sits on the ledge of Niagara Falls Canada, this year for
their 2010 Annual Conference...more
 09-07-10
Nationwide Marketing Group Adds $200 Million in Volume
Nationwide Marketing
Group (NMG) announced that recent growth in membership has
increased their total sales volume by over $200 million...more
 09-07-10
easyhome Names Matthew Holman Second Be a Contender Winner
Matthew has enjoyed a fulfilling career of more than 10 years in the rent-to-own
industry and has had an astonishing track record during his tenure. Matthew has
held multiple positions from his entry into the business as a Renewal Retention
Specialist to Regional Manager with two of the most successful corporate and
franchise operations of Aarons in the country...more
09-01-10
VIDEO
Premier Franchisee Cooksey Finds Fulfillment in Being Entrepreneur
Calvin Cooksey recently celebrated his second anniversary as a
Premier
Rental-Purchase dealer in Sarasota, Fla. Cooksey has enjoyed
success as part of the Premier network of support and has
brought new ideas, especially in marketing, as a business owner
to the Premier family...more
08-31-10
ColorTyme franchisee contributes to FAPA raffle
Bringing together adoptive
families, caregivers and members from across the panhandle, the
Foster Adoptive Parent Association recently concluded its annual
conference in Destin, Fla. ColorTyme Franchisee Richard Pannell
showed his support for the organization by donating a laptop
computer for the event’s raffle giveaway...more
 08-25-10
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches New Electronics Recycling Program
Last week at the PrimeTime! buying show and conference in National Harbor,
Nationwide Marketing Group introduced their new partnership with CExchange that will allow dealers to offer electronics trade-in
and recycling to their customers...more
 08-25-10
Aaron's GM Shane Birch Named easyhome Be a Contender Winner
Shane started his career with Rent-A-Center in early 1999 as an account manager
and quickly moved up the corporate ladder to store manager. In early 2004 he
started with Aarons as a store manager and worked until selected as a contender
winner earlier this year...more
08-23-10
ColorTyme Fanchisee Ray Bird expands rent-to-own territory with new location
After a seven-year absence, Woonsocket has a ColorTyme to serve the community
thanks to Ray Bird. A rent-to-own franchisee for 20 years, Bird recently opened
the doors to his new store...more
08-19-10
Gopoyan and Mariano partner to open Massachusetts rent-to-own franchise
"We always keep our customers in mind, and they receive unique
attention here that they won't find other places." - Angelo Mariano, ColorTyme Franchisee...more
08-19-10
Rent-to-own wheels and tires brand advances with certified staff
Five RimTyme employees from
across the country recently passed the
Specialty Equipment
Market Association (SEMA) Z5 Custom Wheel and Tire certification
exam...more
08-13-10
Premier Auto By Rent Named in Top 50 Dealers Nationwide
Auto Dealer Monthly, who ranks independent dealers annually for
retail sales volume, recently named
Premier Auto By Rent (PABR) as 31st of their top 50 dealers in
the nation...more
08-11-10
PrimeTime! by Nationwide a Training Ground for Successful Businesses
NMG, parent organization of RentDirect, the
rent-to-own industry's largest buying group, reported today that nearly 2,800 manufacturers and dealers
from across the country representing over 800 companies are
expected to attend the event...more
08-11-10
Long-time executives return ColorTyme to Dallas
"It just
makes sense to open a store where we can support a community
that has given us so much." - Pat Gartland, ColorTyme Franchisee, Dallas...more
08-09-10
easyhome Opens First
Arizona Franchise
"We are excited to bring the easyhome brand to our 8th state." - David Ingram,
President and CEO of easyhome Ltd....more
08-05-10
easyhome Reports All Time Record Revenue Earnings Increase
Revenue for the quarter increased 4.6% to $45.5 million compared with $43.5
million in the second quarter 2009. Same store revenue growth was 2.8% in the
quarter...more
08-03-10
NationWide Buying Group Web Services Boosts Independents Online Presence
Today NMG introduced their brand new website offered through ayr1.com. ayr1.com,
the world's largest retail web solution provider...more
08-03-10
ColorTyme Partners with Citibank to Provide Financing for Rent-to-Own Franchisees
"Our
partnership with Citibank has enabled us to put a program
together whereby our franchisees can open new stores now and in
the future." - ColorTyme CEO and President Bob Bloom...more
07-27-10
Rent2Buy.com Strikes an Affiliate Partnership with RealtyBargains.com
Rent2Buy.com, an innovative online
marketplace providing consumers rent-to-own options on an
eclectic mix of products and brands, announced a partnership
today with RealtyBargains.com...more
07-27-10
easyhome Sets Q2 Conference Call
easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH), Canada's largest merchandise leasing company, will hold
its management conference call with shareholders, analysts and portfolio
managers on Friday, August 6, 2010...more
07-27-10
Aaron's Rebrands Furniture Manufacturing
Aaron's (NYSE:AAN) has changed
the name of its 11 furniture and bedding manufacturing plants
from MacTavish Furniture Industries to Woodhaven Furniture...more
 07-14-10
ColorTyme supports youth through FFA and 4-H auction
ColorTyme, a rent-to-own
franchising company, recently purchased a prized pig at the
Henderson County Livestock Show. More than a charitable donation
to the show's youth exhibitors, the purchase marks a corporate
tradition maintained for over two decades...more
07-13-10
TeleTrack Ratified as Full Member of SCOR
CoreLogic (NYSE: CLGX), a leading
provider of information, analytics and business services, today
announced that Teletrack UK Limited, a subsidiary of CoreLogic,
Inc., has been ratified as a full-member of the Steering
Committee on Reciprocity (SCOR)...more
 06-28-10
ColorTyme, RimTyme
Welcome New Marketing Coordinator
Rent-to-own franchisors
ColorTyme and
RimTyme have announced the hiring of Ben Gilbert as
marketing coordinator. In his new role at the Plano, Texas
headquarters, Gilbert will be the daily contact for vendors and
franchise owners and manage the production of ColorTyme
marketing tools, promotions and programs...more
06-23-10
Twin Star Combination Units Prove Big Sellers in the RTO Industry
Entertainment is popular year-round in the rent to own industry,
and for
Twin-Star International, providing rent-to-own dealers with
quality entertainment components from their versatile product lines is a
foundational aspect of their business...more
06-23-10
DAC Plant Consolidation to Enhance Efficiencies
DAC Products, a designer and producer of wood, sewn and various other products
has announced a consolidation and considerable new investments into their Rural
Hall facility...more
06-22-10
RentDirect Nationwide Partners with Support Squad
RentDirect Nationwide, the
rent-to-own division of Nationwide Marketing Group, announced today
that Support Squad is now a supported vendor for their more than
350 rent-to-own member dealers across the country...more
 06-22-10
ColorTyme Summer Meeting wrap-up all fun and games
To mark the end of the ColorTyme annual Summer Meeting, employees, franchisees and
vendors joined for a Closing Dinner at the Hyatt Regency Coconut
Point Resort and Spa...more
06-21-10
Independent Dealers Expect Deals and Savings Opportunities at PrimeTime!
For nearly 40 years, Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) has been holding PrimeTime! by
Nationwide, North America's largest buying show and conference
for appliance, furniture and electronics independent dealers...more
06-19-10
ColorTyme Tradition Continues With Willie Talley Golf Tournament
UPDATE 6-20-2010: The 2010 Retreat wrapped Saturday night with the
Dinner Finale.
See
113 pics from the finale here....more
06-18-10
ColorTyme Rent-to-own franchisees and vendors gather to learn, share, connect
Our meeting wouldn't be possible without the support of our vendors. They have
gone above and beyond our expectations and we appreciate having them on board" - Rhonda Davis, Director of Purchasing, ColorTyme...more
 06-17-10
ColorTyme Kicks Off 2010 Retreat
ColorTyme kicked off
its annual Summer Retreat Wednesday with a vendor appreciation
cocktail reception at the Hyatt Regency in Bonita Springs, Fl.
See photo gallery here...more
06-17-10
RTO PRO Software: Space Age Since 1995
RTO Pro Software users have enjoyed the advantages of Windows since 1995...more
06-14-10
easyhome Opens 32nd U.S. Location; Adds Viral Marketing Director
easygates announced the hiring of Ryan Gates as Director of Viral Marketing to
expand their ever-growing social media efforts...more
06-14-10
VersiRent: Rent to Own Store Operating Software
Created for use on off-the-shelf PCs running the familiar
Windows® operating system, VersiRent runs on inexpensive,
non-proprietary hardware (computers, printers, etc.) that you can purchase
anywhere...more
06-03-10
Payday
Loan Operator Cash Store Financial To List On New York Stock Exchange
"The Cash
Store joins our fast-growing roster of leading U.S. and global
financial services firms, and we look forward to helping the
company expand its global reach and visibility." - Scott Cutler, EVP and Co-Head of U.S.
Listing and Cash Execution, NYSE Euronext...more
06-03-10
easyhome Opens 31st U.S. Location
Bud Gates, Chairman and CEO of easygates, LLC announced the
opening of a new easyhome franchise store. This will be the
fourth store in Texas and will open on June 5 at 1030 Norwood
Park Boulevard in the Walmart Super Center in North Austin, TX...more
06-03-10
Rent-A-Center Plans Ribbon Cutting for 44th Colorado Store
Rent-A-Center, Inc. (NASDAQ:RCII) is celebrating the grand
opening of its 44th Colorado location. Castle Rock store manager
Bobby Weber transferred from a Rent-A-Center in Denver...more
 05-27-10
Aaron's to Drive Donations for Troops at Coca-Cola 600
"Teaming up with the Armed Forces Foundation allows us an opportunity to give
back to those who have given so much to our country." - Ken Butler, COO of
Aaron's, Inc...more
 05-27-10
The Premier Companies Appoints Nancy Price Director of Marketing
The Premier Companies
CEO/president, Trooper Earle, today announced Nancy Price as the
new Director of Marketing for all the Premier brands. Price
replaces Jocelyn Swanson, who is refocusing her attention to
Premier's public relations...more
05-27-10
Rent2Buy.com Launches Interactive Rent-to-Own Marketplace
Rent2Buy.com announced the beta launch of its "rent-to-buy" interactive store
marketplace. Utilizing its proprietary backend technology, Rent2Buy enables
retailers a hassle free means of creating additional revenue streams through the
rent-to-own business model...more
05-25-10
Premier
Preps for Rent-to-Own Franchising Open House
The Premier Companies has begun the countdown to its
Franchising Open House in Chicago to be held on June 8 at the
Westin O'Hare. For those interested in making a career change by
opening their own rent-to-own business...more
05-24-10
Survey: 76 Percent Believe Renting a Better Option
Flexibility is a key factor in the value equation for
rent-to-own customers. In fact, having options - being in
control - represents value to renters of all types of products
and services...more
05-21-10
Registration Open For PrimeTime! Buying Show
Nationwide Marketing Group announced today that online registration is now open for their upcoming PrimeTime! buying show and
conference at the new Gaylord National Hotel and Convention
Center located in National Harbor, Maryland on August 15 –
August 18, 2010...more
05-14-10
Aarons Partners With WNBA
The Atlanta Dream and Aaron's (NYSE:AAN) have announced a partnership
for the 2010 season which will extend the team's reach in the
community by providing tickets to metro Atlanta youth to attend Atlanta Dream games...more
 05-06-10
ColorTyme Manager a Top Fundraiser for Children's Hospital Boston
"The
donations I received are truly inspirational not only for me but
for the thousands of lives that will be saved by Children's
Hospital Boston." - Albert Coelho, Providence ColorTyme store manager...more
05-04-10
U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Applauds Rent-A-Center for Bilingual Outreach
The United States
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) applauded
Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII), the nation's leading rent-to-own
company, for encouraging all their customers to
participate in the 2010 Census...more
05-04-10
Association Opposes
Industry Killing Payday Loan Amendment
"Hagan's
amendment will wipe out as many as 155,000 jobs while rewarding
Wall Street's bad behavior." - D. Lynn DeVault, board chair of CFSA...more
04-28-10
Home Express Opens in Radcliff, Kentucky
"Our company foundation is based on giving customers access to the products they
want for their home, regardless of credit. Now we combine lease-to-own options
with affordable retail goods." - Chris Caprio, President and CEO of KHF Holdings
LLC...more
04-27-10
easyhome Reports
Record Revenue for Q1
"We are
pleased with the performance of the business as it provided a
record quarter for revenues and with the continuing improvement
of all the business segments." - David Ingram President and Chief Executive Officer of easyhome...more
04-27-10
Two Millionth Egg Sold for Big Brothers Big Sisters in Rent-A-Center Spring Egg
Fundraiser
"We
appreciate Rent-A-Center's continued commitment to our cause,
both at a corporate and grass-roots level." - Karen J. Mathis, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big
Sisters...more
04-27-10
Rent-A-Center Donates $17,000 to Soldier and Family Assistance Center
The Soldier and Family
Assistance Center provides support to wounded, ill and injured
soldiers and their family members...more
04-27-10
Rent-A-Center Heard by U.S. Supreme Court: Transcript
The United States Supreme Court
heard oral arguments Monday in Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII) v.
Jackson...more
04-26-10
Premier to Host Annual Franchising Open House in Chicago, June 8
The Premier Companies is holding its Annual
Franchising Open
House in conjunction with its Midyear Dealer Retreat in Chicago
on June 8...more
04-26-10
Senator Landrieu Comments on Rent-A-Center Random Act of Caring
"Strong private-public partnerships remain a key to South Louisiana's recovery
from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and the Rent-A-Center Random Act of Caring
program is an excellent example of the private sector chipping in to build more
vibrant communities. - Senator Mary Landrieu...more
04-23-10
Former ColorTyme Manager Brings Franchise to Phoenix
Once a ColorTyme manager, Daryck Fuqua recently became a franchisee with the opening of
his new store in Phoenix, Ariz. Offering the convenience and
affordability of rent-to-own, the new 4,800 square-foot store
marks Fuqua's success at achieving a long-term goal...more
04-23-10
Rent-A-Center Takes Random Acts of Caring to Las Vegas
With help from the Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII) Random Act of
Caring initiative, Neighborhood
Housing Services of Southern Nevada (NHS) will be able to better
serve local families and individuals served by their affordable
housing initiatives...more
04-22-10
National Buying Group Has a Long Tradition in Energy Conservation
As a four year ENERGY STAR
award winner, Nationwide Marketing Group is no stranger to the
importance of energy conservation in the rent-to-own industry...more
04-21-10
Aaron's to Present New Sam Bass Designed Trophies in Talladega
Aaron's, Inc. will present one-of-a-kind,
hand-painted Sam Bass trophies to the winners of the NASCAR
Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) Aaron's 499 and Nationwide Series
Aaron's 312 at Talladega Superspeedway April 24 and 25. The new
trophy designs will be fixtures in the Winner's Circle each year
Aaron's sponsors the two race events...more
04-20-10
Voters Oppose Creation of Consumer Financial Protection Agency
"The CFPA
would have authority to regulate a significant swath of the
business community including nonfinancial businesses that had
nothing to do with the economic crisis and little to do with
consumer finance." - U.S. Chamber of Commerce...more
 04-17-10
Chris Mueller Opens Premier Franchise in Tampa
Mueller has been in the industry since he became a driver for Action TV Rentals
in 1980 at the age of 18. Earning a reputation as "someone you can bank on,"
Mueller was one of the first Aaron's Sales & Leasing franchisees in 1993 when,
after 13 years of industry experience, he opened several stores in the Southeast...more
04-16-10
easyhome Schedules Q1 Conference Call
easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH), Canada's largest rent-to-own operator, will hold its
quarterly management conference call on Tuesday, April 28, 2010...more
 04-12-10
Editorial by Aaron's COO Ken Butler: Don't Underestimate Your Employees
"Given the
chance, a mission of goodwill has taken the hearts of thousands
of people in our Company, and we are all better for it." - Ken Butler, COO, Aaron's Inc...more
 04-09-10
Seasoned Operator Celebrates First Year Success as Premier Franchisee
Everyone who walks into John Martin's
Premier Rental Purchase franchise in Valdosta, Georgia, is
immediately greeted with a smile and hello...more
04-08-10
ColorTyme and RimTyme franchise owner wins Multi-Unit MVP
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – April 8, 2010
– Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine recently awarded Most Valuable
Player status to Gary Hughes, franchisee of 20 years and owner
of 12 total ColorTyme and RimTyme stores...more
04-08-10
BrightHouse Kicks Off $1.5 Million Ad Campaign
BrightHouse, the UK's leading rent to own operator, announced the launch of its
new TV campaign...more
04-05-10
Bassett to Launch New Entry-Level Upholstery Line
The new low-end line includes 10 new frames, 20 mix and match
pillows and represents a 20% reduction in Bassett's current opening
price point...more
04-01-10
Rent-A-Center Q1 Results Conference Call Set for April 26
Rent-A-Center will broadcast its quarterly earnings conference call on Tuesday,
April 27, 2010 at 10:45 AM ET over the Internet...more
04-01-10
easyhome Announces
New Board Nominees
"We thank Ron Gage, Doug Anderson, Joe Rotunda and Nancie Lataille
for their many years of service and counsel as easyhome was
transformed into the market leader." - Donald K. Johnson, Chairman of the Board of easyhome Ltd...more
03-30-10
Premier Again Named One of Fastest Growing Young Franchisors in America
The Premier
Companies was recently ranked Number 10 on the 2009
Fast 55 list of fastest growing young franchisors in America,
published by Franchise Times from data compiled by FRANdata.
This is Premier’s second year to be one of the Top Ten on the
list. Premier is the only company from its industry ever to make
the list...more
03-29-10
ColorTyme's Al Coelho turns daughter's memory into motivation
"When I think about our experience and other families that will be in the same
situation, I am more than moved to do anything I can to give my support." -
Al Coelho, manager of the Providence ColorTyme...more
03-26-10
Aaron's Plans Community Outreach During National Convention
Aaron's is once again transforming its
national managers meeting into a Company-wide community outreach
effort. More than 2,000 Aaron's employees will be in Dallas for
the event and over two days will dedicate $300,000 and 5,600
hours in products and services to DFW-area charitable
organizations...more
03-26-10
Rent-A-Center Donates to Atlanta Children's Cancer Center
Rent-A-Center is donating $20,000 in video game equipment and
televisions to the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders
Service of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta...more
03-23-10
Aaron's, Inc. Declares 3-for-2 Stock Split
"The larger
number of shares that will be outstanding as a result of this
stock split should increase the trading volume in our stock to
the benefit of shareholders." - Robert C. Loudermilk, Jr., President and Chief Executive
Officer...more
03-23-10
Audio Authority Named Nationwide Vendor Partner
Audio Authority Corporation, a manufacturer of
retail demonstration products, has been selected by Nationwide Marketing Group as a new
vendor partner...more
03-22-10
Rent-A-Center Opens 40th Arkansas Store
Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII) announced the opening of it 40th Arkansas location...more
03-22-10
Rent-A-Center to Donate to 10 U.S. Army Garrisons
Rent-A-Center announced plans to donate merchandise,
with a wholesale value of $175,000, to 10 Army garrisons.
Coordinated through the military's Family and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation Command, the donations are slated for April
through November of this year...more
03-22-10
UK RTO Company Buy As You View Launches New Site
"The website
will not only be our ambassador for existing customers but for
thousands of potentially new customers across our regions as
well." - Emma Thomas, marketing manager for Buy As You View...more
03-18-10
DSI Systems Adds WildBlue, Pioneer, and Panasonic to EXPO Events
In addition
to DSI participants, WildBlue's breakout sessions
will be hosted by key members of WildBlue's management team...more
03-18-10
Wisconsin Democrat Cosponsors Rent to Own Legislation
Wisconsin Democrat
Rep Ron Kind announced his co-sponsorship of H.R. 1744 - The
Consumer
Rental Purchase Agreement Act. H.R. 1744 defines a Rent to Own
transaction as a lease and sets minimum disclosure requirements in all 50
states. Wisconsin is one of only 3 states
that still regulate Rent to Own transactions as credit sales...more
03-18-10
RTO Pro Adds DataTrue Interface
RTO Pro, the leading provider of windows-based
rental-purchase software with over 900 locations, announced the
release of a new interface to DataTrue's customer verification
service...more
 03-16-10
ACE Cash Express Makes $500K Donation to Breast Cancer Foundation
"Through
their hard work and the enthusiastic participation of their
customers, ACE Cash Express and NetSpend have raised nearly $1
million in the last three years and demonstrated their
compassionate caring by providing mammograms for women in need."
- Janelle Hail, founder and CEO of National Breast Cancer
Foundation...more
03-15-10
VIDEO
Premier Wheel Workz Expands Custom Wheel Repair
"You bend 'em, we mend 'em" is the new saying at Premier Wheel Workz stores where customers can buy or lease wheels
and tires, but they also can come in to repair their bent rims.
Premier Wheel Workz is a
division of The
Premier Companies...more
03-12-10
Nationwide Acknowledges Vendor Support
"We could not
have done it without the support we have received from our
vendor community." - Robert Weisner, Executive Vice President of Nationwide
Marketing Group...more
03-12-10
Former Rent Way CEO Morgenstern to Head Third World Micro Lender
Morgenstern was CEO of Rent Way, the second
largest rent to own company in the U.S. at the time, when company president
Jeffrey Conway, controller Matthew Marini and vice president
Jeffrey Underwood conspired to cook the books - inflating Rent Way's earnings in
1998, 1999 and 2000...more
03-11-10
ColorTyme Announces $30K Giveaway Winners
I think the Giveaway really
encouraged our customers and showed how much we value their
business." - Donald Salais, Vice President of South Texas Region, TLH
Enterprises...more
03-10-10
Payday Loan Association Hammers Wall St
The payday loan industry trade group Community Financial
Services Association of America (CFSA), today lashed out at large Wall Street financial institutions for promoting their own
interests "over those of hard-working, middle income consumers."...more
 03-10-10
Rent-A-Center and Aaron's Headed to Court
In a civil suit filed today in United States District Court for the Northern
District of Texas, Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII)
accused Aaron's (NYSE:AAN) of unfair competition and false
advertising...more
03-10-10
Funny or Die; Aaron's Seeks Identity of Video Blogger
On February 23rd, lawyers for Aaron's (NYSE:AAN) filed a request for a
subpoena to force comedy website funnyordie.com to identify the
poster of an Aaron's parody video that the company claims
infringes its copyright.
See Funny or Die court documents...more
03-10-10
Monster Cable Founder to Keynote DSI Electronics Expo
DSI Systems, Inc., the leading supplier of consumer
electronics to the rent-to-own sector, today announced the dates
and locations for the 2010 DSI Electronic Expos...more
03-10-10
Sears Holdings Attends Unbanked Financial Service Roundtable
The Center for Financial Services Innovation (CFSI) kicks off
the first 2010 Innovators Roundtable today in Chicago...more
03-10-10
Bedding Industry Award Winners Announced
Raymond (Ray) Malkiewicz, of Wickline Bedding
Co., and Sanford (Sandy) Van Dyke, President of Interwoven
Group, were honored for exemplary service Tuesday at the ISPA EXPO
2010 Industry Breakfast meeting in Charlotte, NC...more
03-09-10
easyhome Closes Out Difficult Year
After several years of significant growth, the Company had to respond to a
negative economic environment and ensure that its operational focus and
practices were appropriate...more
03-09-10
DSI Systems Reduces Rebate Headaches for Independent Dealers
DSI Systems, the leading supplier of consumer electronics to the rent-to-own
sector, understands the challenges to a dealer's cash flow and profitability
created by the complicated manufacturer consumer instant rebate programs that
more and more manufacturers are utilizing to drive sales...more
03-09-10
Winter 2010 Las Vegas Furniture Market Attendance Stats
The Winter Las Vegas Market attracted more retail buying units
than the last three consecutive Markets...more
03-09-10
Hispanic Consumers an Untapped Opportunity
Although most US businesses recognize the growing influence of Hispanic
consumers, over one-half (51%) of those surveyed don't market to Latino
consumers in Spanish, and 82% have no plans to begin or increase existing
efforts aimed at Hispanics in the next 12 months...more
03-08-10
UK RTO BrightHouse Approaching 200 Locations
LONDON - BrightHouse, the UK's leading rent to own chain,
opened its 194th location this weekend in Gaolgate Place,
Stafford. The 3,400 sq ft store employs seven and hosted a family fun day
Saturday to welcome the first customers and their families to the new
store...more
03-06-10
FTC Wants Energy Use Disclosure on TVs
The Consumer Electronics
Association (CEA) supports the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposal to require EnergyGuide
labels on televisions sold in the U.S...more
03-06-10
Rent-A-Center to Exceed $2 Million in Big Brothers Big Sisters Fundraiser
From March 5 to April 3 Rent-A-Center employees are "egging" their customers on
to buy $1 colorful paper eggs to help kids, families and communities where they
do business...more
03-05-10
EPA Recognizes Nationwide Marketing Group
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Nationwide
Marketing Group (NMG), with a 2010 Excellence in Appliance Retailing Award
for its outstanding contributions to reducing greenhouse gas
emissions by marketing and promoting energy efficient products...more
 03-03-10
ColorTyme Manager Finds Innovative Way to Motivate Staff
With the recent economic turndown leaving employee satisfaction at a record low,
finding a cost-effective way to motivate the workforce can be a challenge.
Fortunately, Jim Aldridge, manager of ColorTyme in Gaffney, S.C., discovered a
creative approach to recognizing top performers that has sparked much interest
and conversation...more
 03-03-10
Video Interview With Keith Smith, Director of Business Development for Rent-A-Center
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with Keith Smith,
director of business development, Rent-A-Center (NASDAQ:RCII), from the
PrimeTime! tradeshow floor in Las Vegas, Nevada...more
 03-03-10
Video Interview With David Goldman, Founder of Ideal Software Systems
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with David
Goldman, founder and president of Ideal Software Systems, from the
PrimeTime! tradeshow floor in Las Vegas, Nevada...more
 03-03-10
Video Interview With
Doug Robison, President of DSI Systems
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with Doug
Robison, president of DSI Systems Inc., from the
PrimeTime! tradeshow floor in Las Vegas, Nevada...more
 03-03-10
Video Interview With Wayne Harris, US Furniture
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with Wayne
Harris, representing US Furniture, from the
PrimeTime! tradeshow floor in Las Vegas, Nevada...more
 03-02-10
Video Interview With Boo Christensen, Express Home Furnishings
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with Boo Christensen, owner of
Express Home Furnishings in Brenham, Texas...more
 03-02-10
Video Interview With James MacAlpine
RTO Online broadcast a live video interview with James
MacAlpine, executive director of RentDirect Nationwide, from the
PrimeTime! tradeshow floor in Las Vegas, Nevada...more
03-01-10
ColorTyme
Named AllStar Franchise for 2010
ColorTyme, the nation's oldest
rent-to-own franchisor, was chosen from more than 800 companies
as a top business opportunity in the 2010
AllBusiness Allstar
Franchises ranking...more
03-01-10
Dollar Financial Opens 300th UK Location
Payday lender Dollar Financial Corp today announced the opening of its 300th
"Money Shop" location in the United Kingdom...more
 02-28-10
Rent-to-Own Buying Group Sees Evidence of Strong 2010
After a tough 2009, there is talk among independent rent-to-own and retail dealers that a corner has been turned. "Purchasing
patterns indicate a solid first and second quarter," James
MacAlpine, executive director of
RentDirect Nationwide
told RTO Online Sunday...more
 02-26-10
Twinstar Adds Media Consoles to Rent-to-Own Lineup
Adding a new twist with a new product line, Twin-Star now
offers the Tresanti line of wine coolers, until recently not
something typically found in a Rent-to-Own showroom...more
02-26-10
Mississippi Republican Cosponsors Rent-to-Own Legislation
Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) today announced his co-sponsorship of
S. 738 - the Senate version of the
Consumer
Rental Purchase Agreement Act - increasing the Senate cosponsor count
to 16...more
02-25-10
Association: Politicians Fiddle
With Health Care as Small Business Burns
"Despite its
lofty goals, the summit today was more about gaining political
points than it was about actually getting something done." - Todd McCracken, President, NSBA...more
02-24-10
easyhome Schedules March Webcast
easyhome
Ltd. (TSX:EH), Canada's largest rent-to-own company,
will hold its management conference call with shareholders on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at
11am EST.
The results will be issued by after the market
closes on Tuesday, March 9, 2010...more
02-23-10
Teletrack Partners With eBureau on Specialty Credit Platform
"Our data
combined with eBureau's technology will facilitate the
development of an unrivaled set of risk models to meet the
unique needs of the consumer finance businesses we serve." - Dale Williams, President, Teletrack...more
02-22-10
Federal Stimulus No Help for Small Business Owners
Seventy percent of owners say that federal stimulus efforts
have had no impact on their businesses, while 17 percent say it
has actually hurt their businesses. Only 10 percent reported
being helped by federal efforts...more
02-22-10
VIZIO Overtakes Samsung, Sony to Become US LCD Leader
"As an American Company we are proud U.S.
consumers are choosing VIZIO over our foreign competitors." - Laynie Newsome, Co-Founder and VP Sales & Marketing
Communications, VIZIO...more
02-19-10
Video: Rent-A-Center Adds Hulk Hogan as Spokesman
"Hulk Hogan
has stayed relevant because people
like and respect what he stands for. That's the affiliation we
are leveraging for our current customers and target prospects."
- Ann Davids, Senior Vice President and
Chief Marketing Officer, Rent-A-Center...more
02-19-10
Whirlpool Honored as Innovator
Whirlpool maintained its innovation investment during the economic downturn,
extracting $3.8 billion in revenue from its innovation efforts in 2009...more
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