Aaron Rents Directors Declare Dividend

May 7, 2002

Aaron Rents, Inc., based in Atlanta, currently has more than 650 Company- operated and franchised stores in 43 states and Puerto Rico for the rental and sale of residential and office furniture, accessories, consumer electronics and household appliances. The Company manufacturers furniture, bedding and accessories at 11 facilities in four states.

SOURCE Aaron Rents, Inc.

CONTACT:          Gilbert L. Danielson, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial
                  Officer of Aaron Rents, Inc., +1-404-231-0011