The RTO Show "Let's talk Rent to Own"
Ever wondered how a $8.5 billion industry keeps millions of Americans lounging in style? Step into "The RTO Show Podcast" – where the mysterious world of Rent to Own furniture finally spills its secrets! Your host Pete Shau isn't just any industry veteran – he's spent 20 years in the trenches, collecting the kind of stories that'll make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even rethink everything you knew about that couch you're sitting on.
From wild customer tales to industry shake-ups that'll knock your rented socks off, Pete brings the seemingly mundane world of furniture financing to vibrant life. Warning: This isn't your typical business podcast – expect real talk, unexpected laughs, and "aha!" moments that'll have you looking at every lease agreement in a whole new light.
Whether you're an RTO pro who knows your depreciation schedules by heart, or you're just curious about how that fancy sectional ended up in your living room, Pete's got the inside scoop you never knew you needed. Tune in and discover why the furniture business is anything but boring!
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 97
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Part 1: Intergrating AI into your daily RTO operations.
In this episode of the RTO Show, host Pete Shau sits down with Daniel Hajduk from Vox Populi to kick off a six-part mini-series dedicated to understanding and implementing AI in the ren…
Rethinking the RTO Experience with Living Essentials Brandon Jin
Unlock the future of the rent-to-own market with our special guest, Brandon Jin from Living Essentials. Discover groundbreaking innovations like USB ports in headboards and massive soun…
Flipping the Script: Host Pete Shau's Journey in the Rent-to-Own Industry
What happens when the host becomes the guest? Join us on an exciting journey as Pete Shau, flips the microphone to reveal his life story. From a snowy birth in Brooklyn to the sunny vib…
Securing Capital in the RTO Industry w/ Thomas Murphy of Capital Concierges
What if securing capital for your rent-to-own business was as simple as connecting with the right financial partner? Join us for an enlightening episode with Thomas Murphy from Capital …
Where is Wondersign? The real story w/ Kaspar Fopp CEO
Join me as I sit down with Kaspar Fopp to uncover the inspiring comeback story of Wondersign. Discover how this innovative company, once celebrated as "the iPhone of digital signag…
Maximizing Digital Advertising Success in the RTO Industry w/ Ryan Krass of Wowbrands
Are you ready to transform your marketing strategy and dominate the rent-to-own market? Join us for a deep dive into the innovative world of Wowbrands with CEO and CTO, Ryan Krass. From…
Behind the Scenes of RTO World w/ Charles Smitherman, CEO of APRO
What makes an event truly unforgettable, even in the face of unexpected challenges like inclement weather? Join us for an in-depth chat with Charles Smitherman, CEO of APRO, as he pulls…
Innovative Video Marketing Strategies w/ Justin Burns at RTO World 2024
Curious about how a TV producer makes waves in the rent-to-own industry? Join us as we chat with Justin Burns, Director of Marketing for Full O Pep Appliances, dba American Rental Home …
Adapting to Retail Challenges w/ Jennifer Harrod at RTO World 2024
Ever wondered how rising costs are shaping consumer behavior in the retail world? In our latest episode, we sit down with Jennifer Harrod, owner of Jameson's Sales and Rentals, right fr…
Mastering Social Media Marketing w/ Chad Fosdick & Jerard Norman at RTO World 2024
Ever wondered how to achieve consistency and engagement in your social media marketing? Join me, Pete Shau, as I dig into this topic with industry experts Chad Fosdick and Jerard Norman…
Navigating Economic Turmoil in RTO w/ Jason Winters
What if you could navigate economic turmoil without sacrificing essential services? Join us on this episode of The RTO Show, where Jason Winters from Impact Holdings unpacks the effects…
Shop Talk w/Brad Denison at Benefit Marketing Solutions
Value has always been the difference between one RTO company and the next. In a sea of the same what sets your brand apart. Well, Benefit Marketing Solutions have the answer. With thei…
Hometown Rent To Own and NY state facing devastating new legislation
The industry of RTO has been in existance for over 40 years. It has overcome adversity, misunderstanding, and economic downturns. With a solid history and over 10 billion in revenues an…
The Omnipresence of Cleek's Home Furnishings w/ "Tiger" John Cleek Jr.
The best way to brand and advertise your RTO company is to go all out. To make sure that you leave no stone unturned and no area uncovered. When it comes to making their brand a househo…
Overcoming Obstacles w/ Karen Martin
Everyday there are challenges to face and overcome. Not all situations are the same and in fact the only thing that makes them similar is the fact that they become obstacles on the road…
Single Store Success with Chad Fosdick
You don't have to run the world to be a major player in the RTO industry. Premier Franchise owner Chad Fosdick explains why empty file cabinets and new beginnings are the best way …
Opening your own RTO location w/ Leroy Steen
You know that there is a fire in the heart of the people who work in the RTO industry. It never dies out. Well in this case it was burning enough to take Leroy Steen out of retirem…
Vendor Spotlight: Nektova w/ Brian Rosen
In the RTO industry we have relationships with our customers and those relationships are vital to the success of our locations. Another important relationship is the one we share w…
Digital Conversations w/ Jeraud Norman
In RTO who doesn't love the feel of a big sale with a new customer? Thing is now it probably started from an on line or text lead from a CRM program. Everyone is going digital and …
Sales vs Marketing w/ Andrew Hajduk
There are many things we can do to grow rental revenues, but today's question is what's more important to do first. Should you increase the marketing budget to bring in more leads …