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Module 3: Solar Ownership, Financing & Incentives

3 hours • 3 Lessons

Lessons

Owned vs. Financed vs. Leased vs. PPAs

There are four main solar ownership models. Understanding which one applies to your listing is critical.

  • ✓ Homeowner paid cash for the system
  • ✓ Homeowner owns all equipment and benefits
  • ✓ Transfers easily with the property
  • ✓ Adds significant value to the home
  • ✓ Buyer gets the 30% Federal Tax Credit (if applicable)
  • ⭐ Most valuable ownership model

Knowledge Check

Which ownership model provides the highest value to the seller?

Ownership Types Comparison

FeatureOwnedFinancedLeasedPPA
Ownership
Tax Credit (30%)
Monthly Savings
Warranty TransferAssumedAssumed
Buyer Approval Needed
Property Value ImpactHighHighLowLow
Upfront CostHighMediumLowLow
Maintenance CostMinimalMinimalIncludedIncluded
Owned
Best for max equity
Financed
Good balance
Leased
Low upfront
PPA
Variable savings
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MIKE PELZAR

Solar Real Estate Specialist

Mike Pelzar is a licensed real estate agent with Executive Real Estate, bringing 15+ years of solar industry experience to exclusively represent residential and commercial properties with solar and energy systems in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

CT License RES.0836693 · MA License 1310026879-RE-S

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