Sears extends layaway into 2009
Sears announced it will offer its layaway program -- popularized during the 2008 holiday season -- throughout the year. Through the program, customers can reserve Sears merchandise, pay in installments and pick up the items within 90 days.
"The response to Sears offering layaway over the holidays was quite positive, and as a result, we decided to extend into 2009," said Don Hamblen, Sears' chief marketing officer. "By offering great values and an affordable way to pay for their purchases with layaway, we are confident that customers will be able to continue to give their families the things they want and deserve in the New Year."
Merchandise -- from a wide selection of Craftsman tools, to storage, to lawn and garden equipment and patio furniture for spring and summer -- is now eligible for layaway. Also on the list are the Lands' End and Ty Pennington lines, along with jewelry and fitness equipment.
Among the merchandise that cannot be put on layaway are the following: home electronics, home appliances, automotive merchandise, consumables, licensed goods, gift cards, beer and wine, food and other perishables, chemicals, paint thinner, live plants and pool chemicals.
The Sears 2009 layaway program does not affect the existing Fine Jewelry program. Sears layaway is available in Sears Full Line, Sears Hardware, Sears Grands and Sears Essential Stores (not available in Automotive, Dealer, Outlet Stores or on Sears.com).