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Are solar panels worth it in Massachusetts? Yes, and there is an option for you
Are solar panels worth it in Massachusetts? Despite the state’s reputation for its cold, snowy winters, going solar is in fact a great way for Massachusetts residents to save money on their power...
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Are residential electricity prices going up or down?
If you’re considering whether going solar is a worthwhile financial move for your home, there are essentially two factors that you should look at: 1) the costs associated with solar power, and 2) the...
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What happens if your tax liability is too small to claim the Investment Tax...
The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is a generous incentive from the federal government. It was put in place to encourage uptake of solar energy and other renewable energy systems in 2006. It has been...
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Measuring the cost of solar power: Dollars-per-watt ($/W) and levelized cost...
What should you look at to determine if you’re getting a good deal on solar? There are lots of things to pay attention to when deciding on a solar energy system; but two of the most useful metrics for...
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Are solar panels worth the investment in New York?
Are you considering a solar energy system for your home or business in New York, but want to know more about the costs and benefits before making a decision? In this article we look at the reasons why...
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What questions should you ask your solar installer?
If you’re shopping around for a solar energy system, you undoubtedly have questions that you want to ask solar installers. But what questions are the most important ones to ask? The decision-making...
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New York State’s Solar Tax Credit (Part 1): 25% savings on your solar energy...
There are a number of generous incentives for solar power in New York State, and NY’s Solar Equipment Tax Credit is one of them. The Solar Tax Credit plays a major role in making a solar energy system...
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The NY Solar Tax Credit (Part 2): How to claim the credit if you own your system
New York State’s Solar Equipment Tax Credit is worth up to $5,000 and can be claimed over the course of up to five years, making it one of the most generous and flexible in the country. Provided you...
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New York State’s Solar Tax Credit (Part 3): How to claim the credit if you go...
New York State’s Solar Equipment Tax Credit is one of a suite of generous incentives for solar power available through New York State. It is an incredibly generous and flexible incentive, saving you...
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Is Biggest Best? How the Size of Your Solar Installer Impacts Your Project
The solar market is booming, and so is the number of solar installers! Here at EnergySage we get asked all the time how the size of your installer impacts your project. From the financing options...
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SolarCity MyPower Loan: Review & Top Takeaways
In the past, solar was out of reach for most homeowners. Loans were difficult to access, and upfront equipment and installation costs were too high for most people to pay in cash. By bringing the...
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Selling a House with Solar Panels: Lease or Loan?
Let’s face it: life happens. You may be planning to install solar at your house this month, but five years down the road you could get relocated for work and have to sell your house and move elsewhere....
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“Free solar panels”: Are they really free?
If you’ve been shopping around for a solar panel system, you’ve probably heard at least one company advertise ‘free solar panels’ – that they will install a solar system on your roof for free. But,...
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Comcast and Solar: Sunrun Partnership Explained
As the cost of solar continues to fall and the financial and environmental benefits of solar PV grow, more organizations are collaborating to provide reasonably priced solar options to homeowners. For...
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Fannie Mae & Solar: HomeStyle Energy Program Explained
For property owners who want to maximize their solar savings, solar loans make it possible to buy a solar energy system even if you don’t have the cash on hand to make a purchase. Solar loans come in...
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Is Solar Really Worth It?
Every solar company has a variation of the same sales pitch, “did you know going solar can save thousands of dollars?” They make it sound so easy, but the truth is, whether solar is a smart long-term...
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Compare the top solar lease companies: SolarCity, Vivint, NRG, Sungevity,...
Who are the top solar leasing companies in the country, and how do they differ in structure and business model? This article aims to answer these questions, examining some of the biggest solar lease...
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FHA and Fannie Mae agree: A solar panel system adds value to your home (if...
Looking for Fannie Mae solar panel loans? Check out our article on the Fannie Mae Homestyle Energy Program. Solar loans and solar financing provided by Fannie Mae have drawn major attention from...
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Is residential electricity price going up or down?
What You Should Know About Solar Energy: Costs Are Going Down If you’re considering whether going solar is a worthwhile financial move for your home, there are essentially two factors that you should...
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What Questions Should You Ask Your Solar Company?
If you’re shopping around for a solar energy system, you undoubtedly have questions that you want to ask your solar company. But what questions are the most important ones to ask an installer? The...
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