Aaron's
Franchise Overview
This lease-to-own retail franchise offers customers flexible ownership options on furniture, consumer electronics, and home appliances without requiring traditional credit approval, making it accessible to a broad customer base. Franchisees operate storefront locations that carry top name brands alongside proprietary signature products, serving customers who prefer rent-to-own arrangements over traditional retail purchases. The business model is supported by a well-established corporate infrastructure including financial assistance, operational training, and access to an active franchisee association that fosters peer communication.
With over 90% of franchisees owning multiple units, the model demonstrates strong operator satisfaction and scalability. Revenue is generated through recurring lease payments, and franchisees benefit from an e-commerce platform that complements in-store sales. Corporate support includes inventory management tools, marketing resources, and ongoing operational guidance.
Just the Facts
For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
Aaron's Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These official Aaron's FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
Available Documents
Aaron's Sales And Lease Ownership FDD 2017
May 2017
Aaron's Sales and Lease Ownership FDD 2016
April 2016
Aaron's Sales and Lease Ownership FDD 2015
April 2015
Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.
