Solar Energy Guides
Expert-written guides to help you navigate solar tax credits, incentives, and policy changes in 2026.
Solar Tax Credit Guide 2026 — What Changed & What Didn't After OBBBA
The definitive guide to federal solar tax credits after the OBBBA. Section 25D expired, Section 48E remains — learn exactly what you qualify for.
ITC vs PTC: Which Is Better for Your Solar Project?
Compare the Investment Tax Credit and Production Tax Credit for solar projects. Which one makes more financial sense depends on your project type.
Domestic Content Bonus: How to Qualify for the 10% Adder
Learn how to qualify for the 10% domestic content bonus on top of the 30% solar ITC. Covers US-made requirements and FEOC rules.
Section 48E Pass-Through: How Lease/PPA Customers Get the 30% Credit
After Section 25D expired, homeowners could still reach the 30% federal credit through a lease or PPA — if the developer began construction before the July 4, 2026 deadline. Learn how the commercial Section 48E pass-through actually works.
Commercial vs Residential Solar Tax Credits (2026)
Commercial properties could claim the 30% ITC plus depreciation if construction began before July 4, 2026 (deadline now passed). Residential owned systems lost the federal credit. Compare the two.
State Solar Tax Credits That Stack With Federal Incentives
State incentives operate independently from federal rules and remain available. Some states even expanded programs after the federal credit expired.
Solar Tax Credit for Rentals & Landlords
Rental properties qualify under Section 48E — landlords could claim the 30% credit plus depreciation benefits if construction began before July 4, 2026 (deadline now passed).
What If My Tax Liability Is Less Than the Solar Tax Credit?
Learn carryforward and carryback rules for unused solar tax credits. Strategies to maximize credit value.
Installer Financial Health Guide — Freedom Forever Bankruptcy & How to Vet Your Installer
America's #1 solar installer filed bankruptcy in 2026. Learn the 5 questions, red flags, and warranty risks to check before you sign any solar contract.
How to Ask Your Solar Installer About 48E Tax Credit Passthrough
Solar lessors have no obligation to pass through the 30% Section 48E credit. Learn the 3 passthrough patterns (Aggressive, Partial, None) and the one question to ask before you sign.
Solar Lease vs PPA vs Buy After July 4, 2026: A Homeowner's Decision Guide
Step-by-step guide for homeowners deciding between lease, PPA, or cash purchase after the 48E deadline. Compare costs, understand 48E passthrough, and know exactly what to ask installers.
Electricity Rates by State in 2026: The Complete 50-State Guide
Compare residential electricity rates across all 50 states and DC for 2026 - and see exactly how your rate drives solar payback. National average, rankings, and sortable table.
Post-48E Solar Financing: Cash vs Loan vs Lease vs PPA
After the 25D credit expired, solar financing economics inverted. This unified, post-48E decision guide compares cash, loan, lease, and PPA - and tells you which wins for your bill size and time horizon.
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