Solar financing

Installing solar panels is cheaper than ever, but it's still a pretty significant financial investment. There are multiple solar financing options to help with upfront costs, like solar loans, solar leases, and solar PPAs . Which is the best one for you?

Should you finance solar with Sungage Financial solar loans?

Chiquita Keil

November 24, 2021

Should you finance solar with Sungage Financial solar loans?

Reviewing solar lender Sungage Financial and exploring their application process, loan terms, payback periods, and more. Should you choose them for your solar loan?

Homeowner’s guide to financing solar with Sunlight Financial

Jen Merithew

November 3, 2021

Homeowner’s guide to financing solar with Sunlight Financial

Explaining the solar loans and services that are offered by Sunlight Financial, how to qualify, and whether or not it’s worth it for your specific situation.

Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?

Jen Merithew

October 13, 2021

Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?

Interested in solar loans? Read our breakdown of what to expect with a GreenSky solar loan.

Is Enerbank best for solar and home improvement loans?

Chiquita Keil

December 11, 2020

Is Enerbank best for solar and home improvement loans?

Enerbank is a big home improvement lender with great solar loan options. There's just a few things to look out for.

Solar loan vs. solar lease: which is right for you?

Jen Merithew

October 8, 2020

Solar loan vs. solar lease: which is right for you?

A breakdown of solar loans vs solar leases, including how they work, how they’re different, and which one is the right option for you.

Federal solar tax credit: frequently asked questions

Thi Deremer

September 29, 2020

Federal solar tax credit: frequently asked questions

We answer the most frequently asked questions about the federal solar tax credit, otherwise known as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

Sales and property tax exemptions for home solar power

Thi Deremer

August 20, 2020

Sales and property tax exemptions for home solar power

Find out what sales and property tax exemptions you may be eligible for when you install solar panels on your home.

2021 Guide to solar incentives by state

Thi Deremer

August 1, 2020

2021 Guide to solar incentives by state

Here’s our guide to rebates, tax credits & more that help cover the costs of solar panel installations.

Solar PPAs: Everything you need to know

Jen Merithew

July 14, 2020

Solar PPAs: Everything you need to know

A breakdown of solar PPAs, including how they work, how much you save - and if a PPA is the right choice for you.

Low-income solar incentives in the U.S.

Thi Deremer

July 2, 2020

Low-income solar incentives in the U.S.

Across the U.S., several states have programs that provide free solar panels for low-income households.

Solar leases: Everything you need to know

Jen Merithew

June 9, 2020

Solar leases: Everything you need to know

A breakdown of solar leases, how they work, and if a lease is the right choice for installing solar on your home.

California solar financing: Ygrene vs. HERO Program

Jen Merithew

February 13, 2020

California solar financing: Ygrene vs. HERO Program

Comparing Ygrene Energy Fund and Renovate America’s HERO Program PACE financing options for California homeowners.