Everything you need before going solar
Honest, jargon-free guides on cost, savings, incentives, and financing — written to help you decide, not to sell you.
Do Solar Panels Increase Home Value? (2026 Data)
Solar panels typically raise a home's value by about 4%, and owned systems sell faster. Here's what the research shows and the catch with leased panels.
June 2, 2026Is Solar Worth It in 2026? An Honest Breakdown
Solar pays off for most US homeowners in 2026 — but not all. Here's how to tell whether panels are worth it for your home, in plain numbers.
May 30, 2026How Long Do Solar Panels Last?
Most solar panels last 25–30+ years and come with a 25-year performance warranty. Here's how panel degradation works and what wears out first.
May 28, 2026How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in 2026?
A clear breakdown of solar panel costs in 2026 — price per watt, total system cost by home size, and what you actually pay after the 30% federal tax credit.
May 25, 2026Solar Battery Storage Cost in 2026: Is It Worth It?
A home solar battery costs about $10,000–$15,000 installed before the 30% federal tax credit. Here's when storage pays off and when to skip it.
May 20, 2026The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit Explained (2026)
How the federal solar Investment Tax Credit works in 2026: who qualifies, what counts, how to claim it on Form 5695, and how rollover works.
May 18, 2026Solar Incentives by State: What You Can Claim (2026)
Beyond the 30% federal tax credit, most states add their own solar incentives — tax credits, rebates, SRECs, and net metering. Here's how to stack them.
May 12, 2026Cash vs. Loan vs. Lease: How to Pay for Solar
The three ways to pay for solar panels compared — buying with cash, a solar loan, or a lease/PPA — and which gives you the best return.
May 5, 2026How Many Solar Panels Do I Need?
A simple way to figure out how many solar panels your home needs, based on your electricity usage, your local sun hours, and panel wattage.