Dividend Finance Reviews 603

TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sadly, my dad got locked in with this company. He had the panels installed on his roof years ago, and they have never worked. Their customer service is always answering, but there's no movement on the... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I want to know how many more loans for Pink energy you have given out KNOWING that Pink energy is scamming their customers. You have plenty of customers that are telling you as well as customers that... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Please note the only positive results are at the beginning of the relationship. This company allows illegitimate people to quickly install your solar panels to lock you in your contract so you can't g... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Call me. I'm getting consumers to come forward on a class action lawsuit against Vision Solar and Dividend(lender). Feel free to reach out for validation that I am a real consumer. Neda Yarnall (908... See more

Company details

  1. Financial Institution
  2. Alternative Financial Service
  3. Non-Bank Financial Service
  4. Solar Energy Company

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Dividend is a leading national provider of renewable energy and energy-efficiency financing solutions to homeowners. We believe that solar should be an investment, not just another monthly expense and make this possible through offering a comprehensive suite of residential solar loan options to our customers. Our unsecured solar loan, the EmpowerLoan™, continues to expand its product offerings into the home-energy space - including PACE financing. As well, Dividend has developed a comprehensive platform for installation partners and homeowners to streamline the financing process and help our customers achieve their goal of solar ownership.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Satisfied customer!

Very easy loan process to complete. We received communication during each step of the process. Definitely recommend.

October 26, 2020
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Checklist and more!

A checklist of the entire process would be very helpful for all parties involved, as it would help to keep the process flowing. Paying close attention to detail (such as correct address, correct spelling of names, etc.) would speed up the process. Being pro-active as to what the next step to be completed would be helpful, such as having the utility company scheduled to inspect as soon as you know that the wire is laid and then connected by the electrician. Our guess is that the communication will become smoother as the companies work together. Overall, we excited about having solar… when we can finally flip the switch!!

October 13, 2020
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dividend Makes Home Improvement Simple

The sales staff at Florida Home Improvement Associates are very attentive to the wishes of the client and take extra care to answer any questions. The credit application process is so simple and seamless. Dividend provides great rates and great service. The Website makes it very easy to manage payments and track our financial progress. Thanks, Dividend for making Home Improvement Projects so simple and affordable!

October 12, 2020
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Definitely did a great work

Definitely did a great work. The contract who came to the house was very nice. The work was done quickly. All in all it was a great experience. I've already recommended them to a friend who also needs work done on her home.

October 7, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The Other Shoe Dropped...

In 2018 a Dividend rep strong-armed an upstart neighborhood solar sales business into working with one, and only one company for installs. In order fornthisbdmall company to "earn" a continuing relationship with dividend, he forced them to use one of the world's least reliable installers, Luma Dynamics.

He didn't know it at the time, and neither did I, that Luma would be so sub-standard both in quality and customer service.

Within a year my roof began to leak. I contacted Luma. They attempted to repair the leaking area, and in the process the roofer discovered that each and every solar flashing had been incorrectly installed. No sealant had been used around legs, a nail gun had been used to find studs, and the job was poorly and dangerously done.

Within two weeks, Luma Dynamics had shut its doors and gone out of business. So I took the next step in the recovery process and reached out to the lender, Dividend Finance. Together with my sales company we showed them damages, worked with then for resolution. In the meantime, Dividend only ever demanded payment while delaying the process of roof repair.

They offered only to pay for the panel removal and the damages to my roof only where the solar has affected it, despite the fact that it was their mandatory installer who caused the damage. In Florida, there is a 25% rule. If the repair covers more than 25% of the area of the roof, the whole roof must be replaced, or the roof will not pass inspection and won't be deemed habitable.

That is a law I have no control over, and no ability to determine just the cost of the 40% damaged by solar.

From March until late September they delayed and delayed. They waffled back and forth about repair, send inspectors to my home and cost me time at work. Then finally refused to cover any repairs, claiming this was their original position. It isn't.

They didn't return calls when they claimed they would and take no responsibility for the contractors they force a client to use.

Don't use Dividend, use another finance company. Moreover, be sure that you understand that you can choose your installer anytime you want. Finance companies try to drive business to certain vendors for their own benefit, but you still have choices.

September 29, 2020
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Reply from Dividend Finance

Hi Rafael, We are so sorry to hear about your experience with Dividend Finance. Providing our customers with the best possible service is an on going goal of ours and we are saddened to hear that this was not the case for you. Someone from our Customer Care Team will be reaching out to you shortly to discuss your concern. If you have any further questions please call (844) 805-7100. Thank you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I decided to go Solar

When I decided to go Solar, the process was simple. I worked with my contractor to design my system, and then processed the financing paperwork online. Project was scheduled and completed, and all delays were caused by outside events (Covid). I am pleased with the completed product.

September 28, 2020
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