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?

How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?

Jen Merithew

February 7, 2020

How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?

Oregon’s new incentive program gives rebates for installing solar panels and battery storage systems.

Consumer financing: Medallion Bank vs. Greensky Credit

Jen Merithew

January 22, 2020

Consumer financing: Medallion Bank vs. Greensky Credit

A comparison of consumer financing options offered by Medallion Bank and Greensky Credit for solar installers.

What is a PPA?

Jen Merithew

August 18, 2019

What is a PPA?

What is a PPA? Learn about what a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is!

Is the Mass Solar Loan program a good choice for financing a solar installation?

Teddy Theil

May 20, 2019

Is the Mass Solar Loan program a good choice for financing a solar installation?

The program offers solar loans to income-qualified Massachusetts residents. How does it compare to other financing options - and is it a good deal?

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? What you need to know

Jen Merithew

April 30, 2019

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? What you need to know

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? We answer this question and explain how these financing options work, and which might be right for you.

Is a Mosaic solar loan the best option for financing solar panels?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

February 10, 2019

Is a Mosaic solar loan the best option for financing solar panels?

Mosaic is the top provider of solar loans and offers a reasonable financing option for homeowners with a credit score of 640 or higher.

Massachusetts SMART program explained

Jen Merithew

October 29, 2018

Massachusetts SMART program explained

Massachusetts’ SMART program is the state’s latest solar incentive program, designed to put money in your pocket and promote solar development.

How much do solar panels cost in Texas? See prices, rebates & tax credits

Teddy Theil

September 2, 2018

How much do solar panels cost in Texas? See prices, rebates & tax credits

The cost of solar panels in Texas can range from between $11,000 and $14,000 after incentives for a typical 6 kW system. Calculate the cost for your specific needs here.

Why are solar panels so expensive?

Ralph Baruth

August 15, 2018

Why are solar panels so expensive?

Expensive materials and high soft costs drive up the cost of solar panel installations. But they’re much cheaper than before, and offer a fantastic payback to many homeowners.

Are solar carports worth it, and can you qualify for the solar tax credit?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 4, 2018

Are solar carports worth it, and can you qualify for the solar tax credit?

Solar carports qualify for the federal tax credit when installed at a residential home, save money on electric bills, and provide clean energy.

Solar lease vs. solar PPA

Teddy Theil

April 26, 2016

Solar lease vs. solar PPA

Solar leases and solar PPAs are very similar and it can be difficult to differentiate the two. And - are they the best way to finance a solar panel installation?