Impact University: Chico Harlan

Alabama

Rental America: Why the Poor Pay $4,150 for a $1,500 Sofa >

Harlan, C. (2014-10-16, Washington Post): A rent-to-own store provides a front-row seat to observe the bottom of the economy. Unable to qualify for traditional financing, low-income families often pay exorbitant prices for household goods via small weekly payments.