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About Dividend Solar

Dividend Solar is committed to offering a better way for homeowners to go solar. With zero-down financing, you can save money on your utility bill from day one. Dividend Solar strives to provide customers and partners with a high-quality solar experience. With a simple, paperless application process, it can pre-qualify homeowners in just a few minutes.

Pros
  • Multiple solar loan options
Cons
  • No lease or PPA options

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    Reviewed June 4, 2015

    From my previous background in lending I have dealt with hundreds of lenders and I was frankly shocked at the smooth, customer friendly process Dividend Solar offered. Hands down one of the best experiences I have had dealing with a lending institution. Highly recommended, thanks again for all of your help.

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    Reviewed June 2, 2015

    I've worked with Dividend Solar for several months and am thoroughly happy and satisfied with their process. Dividend's solution allows homeowners to OWN their solar system, but pay for it monthly rather than upfront. The monthly payment for the solar system is LESS COSTLY than the utility power the solar system is replacing. Put differently, homeowners can switch to solar power with no money out of the family budget, and OWN the system which drives up the value of their home. Dividend factors in the government rebate for owned solar systems. That means your monthly payment starts small, and stays small!

    Their representatives are always available, and quite knowledgeable. The access to capital is very simple. Their contractor-partner network is highly skilled. These guys have done their research and are selective about which solar contractors they partner with. Their loan's terms are very attractive, transparent, and homeowner-friendly! Every step of the way is engineered to deliver an excellent customer experience switching to Solar.

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    Reviewed June 1, 2015

    I have very carefully researched and vetted Dividend Solar and found that they are different from all the other solar financing solutions in several important ways. They only use the very best quality equipment and installers, and they provide a long term performance guarantee that makes the decision to go solar an easy one. I can highly recommend them to anyone seeking clean energy without hesitation!

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    Reviewed June 1, 2015

    As a partner in the industry, Dividend Solar is by far one of the best. Diligent, communicative, honest, innovative and progressive. Leadership and staff alike are some of the most knowledgeable and amicable people I've ever worked with. Their customer service (both external and internal) is amazing, including incredible response times and an innate ability to walk you through processes in a clear and precise manner. In a word, I TRUST this company.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed May 29, 2015

    The company I work for has been partnering with Dividend Solar for the past 9 months or so. I can't tell you how impressed I am with them. There is always a live person to answer your call within seconds of calling. If they don't have answers immediately, they find out and get back to me within hours. They are honest and always trying to do the best thing for their customers. They are always trying to make improvements and make their company better and better. I would stand by this company and have the utmost respect for the people and company!

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    Reviewed May 29, 2015

    Dividend Solar is an outstanding resource for all your solar questions. They helped make the dream of panels on my roof a reality! I would highly recommend.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    Exceptional customer service to clients .... very responsive and timely. Every question and request is met with a sincere effort to provide easily understood directions, the information requested, and/or a response to meet a changed requirement. Every individual with whom I have had contact is professional and pleasant.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    Full time service from knowledgeable representatives ready to answer questions. Simple easy process for myself (the selling agent) and my clients. I would recommend Dividend Solar in order to bypass the leasing option of solar financing and create enhanced return on investment capabilities.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    I highly recommend Dividend Solar Loan. Extremely easy to qualify and the flexible payment schedule really fits my needs. So exciting to be able to get solar electric installed on my home for no money down!

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    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    My dressings with Dividend Solar have been excellent. They are a very knowledgeable and professional service and product oriented business. The representatives that we've worked with have been proactive to helping us build our business beyond where it was. They have helped us with many new business leads and guidance which has allowed us to continue to grow. I am very happy with Dividend Solar and pleased to be a partner.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    My wife and I decided we wanted to own our solar panels outright, and so we sought out a financing option that ultimately resulted in ownership without sacrificing on service and quality. Our installer recommended Dividend Solar, so we gave them a try. We couldn't be happier - the process was easy, streamlined and the team very helpful. I can't recommend them enough!

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    Financing

    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    The Empowerment Loan through Dividend is the best financing for homeowners that I've ever offered as a solar professional, and I've seen every loan out there. Not only is Dividend's financing program excellent, their staff is responsive and great to work with. The Empower Loan is always my first offering to my customers, and I love the fact that it's such a simple loan process with lots of flexibility as well.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed May 27, 2015

    ** has been efficient and prompt with all of my requests. When I have asked for documents to be expedited due to a deadline ** has responded immediately. I appreciate the positive working relationship and look forward to our continued success.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    Our dealings with Dividend Solar have found the company to be efficient and responsive. They have a dedication to customer satisfaction and to excellence in process. Their product is exciting too as it makes solar more accessible.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    My experience with Dividend Solar has been fantastic. It comes down to just two things - what you are getting and who you are working with. Dividend Solar is phenomenal on both accounts. The loan they provide is the best option I found for maximizing the value of a home solar system. The people? They patiently explain everything, call you back, and are professional in every manner. I couldn't recommend them enough. Go with Dividend Solar!

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    Looking at putting solar on my house in RI and couldn't have been happier with the Dividend Solar team. Everything was easy to understand and most importantly the whole process was very smooth.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    We work with Dividend Solar to provide quality assessments. Dividend has the highest quality standards for its Partner network and as a national, non-profit organization, IBTS, helps provide field assessments of completed work to ensure only they are working with only the very best. ** and ** with Dividend have been leaders in the industry in raising awareness to quality installations and solar industry training. You are in great hands with the Dividend Solar Partner Network!

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    Everyone at Dividend is well informed and very helpful. Compared to other financing companies you are clearly ahead of the game even at a nascent stage.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    Great financing option and great experience with Dividend Solar. I didn't have $30K to buy my system outright, so I reached out to Dividend to learn more about their financing. 20-year loan, low interest rates, and guarantees for the system's production. Had some questions on my monthly payment last weekend so called them up and spoke to ** -- on a Sunday. He was very helpful and said they are open 7 days a week. Also said they continually check on my panels and get alerts if there are any issues. Very happy I went solar and would definitely recommend these guys.

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    TechFinancing

    Reviewed May 26, 2015

    I've been interacting with Dividend Solar over the past 6 months and have been very impressed with their professionalism and knowledge of the PV finance industry. They have developed a product that truly benefits the homeowner, installer and investor by minimizing inefficiencies in the residential PV system financing process, and providing value-add services rarely seen in this sector.

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    Reviewed May 25, 2015

    We had been searching for solar options for quite a while but finances have always been a sticking point. A close family friend recommended that we check out Dividend Solar based on their own experience with the company and needless to say we were amazed with their whole process (very simple application) and their attractive low rates. The sales rep, along with the whole company, were so helpful in answering all of our questions and helped walk us through each step. We really appreciate the personal touch, and they made us feel like we were all partners in the project.

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    Reviewed May 25, 2015

    So happy I went solar, and even happier I went with an EmpowerLoan from Dividend Solar. DS provided great customer service and I was surprised by how easy it was to apply for a loan. The EmpowerPortal is user friendly and making payments through it is easy. I'm saving a ton of money every month!!

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    Reviewed May 25, 2015

    I'm honestly shocked that I'm writing a review but I was so surprised (pleasantly surprised) by my experience with Dividend Solar that I decided to change my tune. The team actually seemed like they wanted to work with me, help me and cared about what was best for me rather than just sell me a deal. I was really stressed about the process but Dividend Solar made it as easy as possible - they took the worry and stress off of me and were really great partners in this process. They addressed all of my questions quickly and professionally and continued to be present even after I had signed on with them. Financing through DS was extremely easy as well. I love that there is no penalty for paying my loan early - which I'm looking forward to being able to do with the savings from my solar system!

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    Reviewed May 12, 2015

    I heard about Dividend Solar from a friend who financed her system with DS and had a great experience. She mentioned that it was important to own the system if I wanted to save the most money and Dividend Solar's loan allows you to do that. The application process was really simple. I called them, was pre-qualified in just a few minutes (over the phone), and they then connected me with one of their local installer partners. A few days later, the sales rep came and met with us and was prepared with a sales proposal that included the system design laid out on our roof. Ultimately, he showed me my potential savings after going solar.

    Our system was installed a few months ago, and my first utility bill (after going solar) was only about $15 -- I'm already saving about $60 a month after my loan payment. I love that, every day, I am able to check on my system's production on the Dividend Solar website. I also love that I have automated my payments so that I don't have to worry about them each month. My only issue with DS was that I wished they offered a variety of loan terms. The DS loan is for 20 years and we can pay it off sooner, but it would be nice to have had a 30 year option as well. All in all, I'm really happy with my experience with Dividend Solar and have already referred them to several of my friends.

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    Reviewed May 7, 2015

    Friendly customer service. Started saving money from day 1. Their online interfaces can be a little confusing but once you get the ropes and figure out how to navigate their portal, it is pretty helpful. We can see our system production and pay down our loan online with a couple of clicks. The flexibility that Dividend Solar provides is the main reason we chose to go with them. There are no prepayment penalties - we paid down a portion of our loan ahead of schedule and our rate did not increase, which was great. They also offer performance guarantees.

    One thing that is important to know about their product is the incentive payment. Their loan is $0-down but requires you to pay down 30 percent of the loan (which is equal to the federal tax credit) by month 16. If you don't, then your rate increases. This is kind of unusual, but it makes sense: the prepayment is essentially money that you are putting towards your solar system - money that otherwise would have been going to your federal taxes. Overall, we've had a good experience and we're happy we financed our system with them. Some of the online stuff is a little hard to navigate but we are saving money already on our utility bill and will eventually own the system outright. We don't have to lock into a long term contract with little flexibility (a la solar leases). Pros: flexibility, instant savings, friendly customer service. Cons: online interface is somewhat disjointed. Recommend!

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    Reviewed May 6, 2015

    I financed my solar system through Dividend Solar and it's been a great experience. I would recommend them to anyone interested in this kind of service. Everyone I have spoken with is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I get a real person right away on the phone when I call and often it's the same person. That's really rare these days and refreshing. Their financing plans are simple to understand and they are willing to work with you, depending on your individual needs. A++.

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    Installation & SetupSavingsFinancing

    Reviewed May 6, 2015

    We utilized Dividend Solar/SolarGaines to install/finance a new solar system for our house. Every aspect to the installation and financing were absolutely excellent, "5 Star". No money down, great savings, it's an economic no brainer.

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    TechSavingsFinancing

    Reviewed May 6, 2015

    There were many criteria we considered before going solar: Financial, could we afford it? This one turned out to be a no-brainer. The savings from our utility bill already outweigh our monthly loan payments, without even taking into consideration the periodic SREC checks we receive. We've been cash flow positive since day 1. Aesthetic, would the panels blend in with the design of our house? As it turns out, the panels look really cool on our roof. Emotional, there's definitely a sense of pride and accomplishment when the sun shines and we see the power we're generating and sending back to the grid. Complexity of the process, we know nothing about selecting an installer, deciding on the types of panels, financing the system, how to get the 30% investment tax credit, etc.

    And this is exactly why Dividend Solar was the perfect choice. They took care of everything. It was perfectly seamless. From engaging the installer, to preparing all the paperwork, providing us with the financing, ensuring the system was inspected timely, and everything in between. It couldn't have been easier and we could not have made a better choice.

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    Dividend Solar Company Information

    Company Name:
    Dividend Solar
    Company Type:
    Private
    Address:
    3661 Buchanan Street, Third Floor
    City:
    San Francisco
    State/Province:
    CA
    Postal Code:
    94123
    Country:
    United States
    Website:
    www.dividendsolar.com