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Rent-to-own News - Fanchisee Ray Bird brings ColorTyme back to Woonsocket

August 24, 2010

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 – the third including his Providence and Pawtucket, R.I. stores.

“Woonsocket is a perfect place for ColorTyme, and we’re glad to have the opportunity to re-introduce the brand here,” Bird said. “Residents deserve a better choice in rent-to-own, and now they have it.”

The new store offers a vast selection of furniture, appliances, computers, electronics and more. ColorTyme offers customers flexible payment options to get name-brand products they need without a credit check. In addition, service, delivery and set-up are included at no extra charge.

Bird is confident customers will enjoy the hometown feel of a smaller rent-to-own store and benefit from the level of value and service it provides.

“Due to the competition, we feel customers can take advantage of an independently-owned store where they get the utmost respect and attention and a better selection of furniture,” he said. “We know that customers can rent from the others, that’s why at ColorTyme we have the products they want to own.”

The new ColorTyme is located at 825 Front St. The store will celebrate its grand opening on Sept. 1 with a free public event.

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