Founded in 2001, the Florida Rental Dealers Association (FRDA) is dedicated to advancing the rental-purchase industry through advocacy, education, and collaboration. As a unified voice for Florida rental dealers and vendor partners, FRDA works to safeguard trade interests, promote ethical practices, and foster goodwill across the industry.
What We Do:
- Advocate: Protect the interests of Florida rental dealers through strong legislative relationships and vigilance
- Educate: Offer resources, updates, and events like our annual meeting to keep members informed and connected
- Network: Foster collaboration and goodwill among rental dealers and vendor partners across the state
- Support: Work alongside APRO to:
- Provide scholarships for Florida students pursuing college or trade school degrees through the APRO Charitable Foundation Scholarship Fund
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- Offer disaster relief for RTO employees in times of need through the RTO Disaster Relief Fund
- Offer disaster relief for RTO employees in times of need through the RTO Disaster Relief Fund
Join FRDA to protect your business, connect with peers, and help shape the future of Florida’s rental-purchase industry.
FRDA Industry Support Recognition
Scholarship Fund
$25,875 Donor
2015-2024
Disaster Relief
$14,000 Donor
2005-2023
FRDA Leadership
Meet the dedicated board of directors leading the FRDA. Contact us to learn more about the value and importance of being a FRDA member!
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FRDA Events
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FRDA Articles
Here we spotlight the impactful work and initiatives of the FRDA, such as advocacy efforts, community engagements, industry events, and member achievements. Explore how FRDA continues to support and strengthen the rent-to-own industry across Florida!
State-Level Resources & Tools
Explore key resources and tools for our Florida members, provided by APRO. Access to these resources is exclusive to APRO members.
- Florida RTO Statutes
- Florida Economic Impact Report
- Florida Legislative Alerts
- Congressional District Map
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Mike Tissot
Countryside Rentals Inc., dba Rent-2-Own
Mike grew up in the rent-to-own industry under the guidance of his father, former APRO President and RTO legend Darrell Tissot. For nearly 25 years, Mike’s innovative leadership has helped expand the family business to more than 40 stores across Ohio and Kentucky while also shaping the industry as a whole.
He has served as President of the Ohio Rental Dealers Association, an APRO board member and Treasurer, and President and Treasurer of the TRIB Group. His contributions have earned him the APRO President’s Award of Excellence and the title of APRO Rental Dealer of the Year.
Outside of RTO, Mike enjoys time at the lake house or in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his girlfriend, Angela Strong McCool. A passionate Cincinnati Reds fan, he rarely misses a game, whether watching or listening alongside his parents. He also takes every opportunity to visit Arizona, where his daughter is currently attending Arizona State University.