US solar guides
Short, honest explainers for making the solar decision in 2026, written around the real rules, including the federal credit that expired at the end of 2025.
Is solar worth it in 2026?
An honest take now that the 30% federal credit is gone, when rooftop solar still pays off, and when it doesn't.
ReadLease vs. buy vs. PPA
With the residential credit expired, how you pay for solar matters more than ever. The three routes, compared.
ReadNet metering & net billing explained
How exported power is credited, and why NEM 3.0-style net billing changes the whole calculation.
ReadHow much do solar panels cost in 2026?
US solar prices by system size and what drives them, panels, inverter, labor, and the dealer fee to watch for.
ReadDo solar panels increase home value?
What the research says about the resale premium from owned solar, and why leased systems are different.
ReadSolar batteries & NEM 3.0: worth it?
Why net billing made batteries central to California solar, and how to tell if storage pays for your home.
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