
Your Trusted Loan Partner
We specialize in connecting you with tailored lending options designed to support your car repair needs. Our expert team serves as the key link between you and our lenders, guiding you seamlessly through the loan application process and ensuring all criteria are met for successful approval.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
BDS Group is the primary facilitator for our lending partners and act on their behalf in guiding you through the contractual process. We ensure the necessary criteria is obtained and submitted to provide the greatest chance of securing an approval. Essentially, we make the application process smoother and more efficient for all involved.
Please note: We are not a direct lender.
In order to apply, you must:
Be 18 years of age or older
Have a steady income of at least $1,000 per month
Have an active checking account with a brick and mortar bank
Have a valid email address/phone number
Note: Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee approval with our lenders.
IMPORTANT:
We are not a direct lender. All documentation does not originate with BDS but our lender partners. We act on their behalf to guide you through the lending process to make sure your repayment process is smooth and efficient.
A Lease To Own is a form of lease where you rent the merchandise through one of BDS' lending partners for a designated period. Depending on the program in your state, the term is 12, 16, 18, or 24 months. After which, you gain ownership of the merchandise. You may also pay off the lease and gain ownership at any time.
No, BDS' lending partners do not charge interest on a lease-purchase agreement. However, there is still a cost of lease in addition to the BDS Merchant Fee. The amount of this cost varies by customer and residential state, and it will be detailed in your lease agreement and disclosures. The BDS Merchant Fee amount varies and is determined by the total amount of the repair order. Be sure to read and understand your documents before you sign, and understand the important dates, amounts, and terms unique to your agreement.
1. Submit an application
By clicking the “Apply Now” button on the home page or menu, you are sent to the Pre-App portion of the application. Once the Pre-App is completed, you will be redirected to our lender application and will receive an approval or denial within seconds of completion. You can use the approved amount for repairs or to purchase accessories at the dealership.
2. Schedule an appointment
Once approved BDS will contact the Dealership’s service advisor on your behalf with your approval to notify them of your approval amount and to ask the service advisor to forward a copy of your estimate to BDS.
3. Disclosure/Invoice/Approval
BDS will send the Disclosure/Invoice to your email for electronic signature, which includes the following information:
The dealership's itemized quote.
Any applicable down payment and/or initial payment.
BDS Merchant Fee (details can be found in the FAQ section)
If accepted, click the “Approved” button to complete
4. Contract Signing
Upon your approval, you will receive an email with a copy of the contract along with instructions to electronically sign it.
5. Payment Authorization
After the contract is signed, BDS notifies the Service Advisor that you have signed your contract and gives the authorization for payment. Once the work is completed, and the vehicle is ready for pick up; BDS will pay the dealership the authorized amount.