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Solar Financing Options For Commercial & Residential Properties
Just like your home, solar energy panels are an investment, and it’s important to think of them as such
Solar Incentives and Tax Exemptions
Finance Your Solar System With YellowLite
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Tax Credits
The Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC) gives solar customers a 30% tax credit on purchase price. These credits apply both to roof installation and ground installation.
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Rebates
Many States offer rebates, easements, and tax abatement programs that make solar power much more affordable. These rebates are at local as well as federal level.
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Loans
Due to the large solar amount, various solar financing options are available, offered by banks and financing companies. All of them require a FICO score of at least 650.
Tax Credits
30% Investment Tax Credit
Tax credits are now even throughout the U.S., meaning that customers in Ohio and the rest of the Midwest can enjoy the same federal tax credits that customers in California do. The Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC) gives customers a 30% tax credit discounting the entire purchase price of a solar array system. These credits apply both to roof installation and ground installation. Also, the tax credits can be claimed even if you financed the solar array rather than paid upfront for it, but the solar panels must be fully installed in the year that you are claiming the credit.
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Act Soon
As we head into the busy season, we want to remind our customers to act quickly and secure their solar installation slot before our schedule fills up. With more people realizing the benefits of solar energy, our installation calendar is filling up fast. By acting now, you can ensure that you get a slot that works for you.
Merge Your Savings
Combine Tax Credits
Installing a solar array at the same time as a new roof allows you to claim both tax credits. This option is available for roof installation only and is not applicable to ground-mounted solar arrays. Besides, Solar receives a higher tax credit than wind or geothermal energy.
Save More With State Credit
State Credits
The ITC does not decrease any tax credits your state offers and vice versa. However, your income will be slightly higher when you file your federal taxes because you will have to include your state tax credit. The state tax credit and abatement programs are many and varied. Contact us today regarding options available to your specific state and city.
Claim Combined Tax Credit
Condos/Housing Co-ops
You do not have to be a homeowner to claim the tax credit. If you contribute to an eligible solar system for your condominium or cooperative housing corporation, you can claim the credit on the contribution amount. Renters are not eligible for the tax credit.
Install Anywhere
Vacation Home
The solar arrays do not have to be installed on your primary residence for you to claim the tax credit. However, rental properties are not eligible for the residential tax credit.
Options For Solar Financing
Rebates, Easements & Tax Abatement Programs
Rebates
Many states offer rebates, easements, and tax abatement programs that make solar power much more affordable. Many cities and counties also offer their own programs that can be combined with state and federal offers. Contact us today to speak to a solar consultant who can give you the most up-to-date information on rebates and other offers available to you.
Begin Making Money By Selling Energy Credits
Solar Renewable Energy Credits (or SRECs)
Once you have installed your solar array, you can actually begin making money with it by selling energy credits back to your utility company. These are called Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs). The Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) of many states requires that they produce a certain percentage of electricity through solar energy. Utility companies that do not produce this energy on their own turn to consumers with solar arrays to meet these requirements.
SREC Varies From State To State
Value of SERC
One SREC is issued for every one MW (1,000 kWh) of electricity that your solar array produces. The value of each SREC varies from state to state according to supply and demand, as well as the state’s individual RPS compliance fees. Because each state has a different fee that they assess to utility companies that do not meet RPS compliance, the amount you can receive for your SREC will be the same or less than the fee amount. Contact us today to learn about your state’s fee and how much you can expect to earn for your SRECs.
YellowLite Prefers Sol Systems
Reliable SERC Broker
Because of the variable SREC market, many solar system owners turn to brokers to manage the sales of their SRECs to the utilities. Sol Systems, the largest SREC aggregator in the country, is our preferred broker because of its best-in-class customer service and streamlined registration process that takes care of the registration and certification for you. This way, you can begin producing payment-earning SRECs quickly. Sol Systems offers guaranteed SREC rates, competitive pricing through either long-term or brokerage options, and quarterly payments for customers who choose that option.
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Sol Systems offers the choice of three ways to earn with SRECs
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Sol Annuity
You receive a guaranteed, fixed, quarterly payment for each SREC produced over a 3 or 5 year contract.
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Sol Upfront
You receive a lump-sum payment based on the size (in kW) of your system. This reduces the cost of installation and protects you against the risk of fluctuating markets and SREC prices.
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Sol Brokerage
You can benefit from the risk-reward of fluctuating market prices. Sol Systems will handle all trading for you and pay you out each quarter.
Financial Solar Payback
Once your system has been installed, you’ll begin seeing energy savings.
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Opt For Solar Financing
Loans
Many customers choose to opt for solar financing. There are three main types of loans offered, and all of them require a FICO score of at least 650, though borrowers for some typically have higher scores.
A No-Limit Loan
Traditional Banks
This option allows you to select a no-limit loan from the lender of your choice. Secured and unsecured options are available, and you can choose from a 5, 7, 10, or 12-year repayment plan, with no penalty for paying the loan off early. The state of Ohio also offers a 3% interest rate reduction for 5 or 7-year loans. However, the entire process can be quite time-consuming, taking up to several months, and online approval is not available.
Loans Of Up To $55,000
Greensky
This option offers unsecured loans of up to $55,000 with 0% interest for 60 months and is designed for customers who want to pay off their systems quickly. GreenSky is a preferred loan originator trusted by thousands of contractors across America. You can also apply your federal tax credit (ITC) toward the loan and can expect an instant decision through their online approval process.
Help For Homeowners
Admirals Alternatives
A division of Admirals Bank that exists solely to help homeowners purchase alternative energy improvements for their homes, this option offers a secured loan of up to $25,000 through their Solar StepDown loan, and a supplemental unsecured loan of up to $15,000 through their SolarPlus loan. The StepDown loan typically requires a FICO score of 650 and the SolarPlus loan typically requires a FICO score of at least 700. The funds from these loans will be disbursed before the installation begins and, should the customer add the SolarPlus supplemental loan, payments for that portion are not required to begin until 18 months after the first date of funding.
FAQs
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What is Electric Rate?
The electric rate is the amount you pay for your energy. The typical units are in dollars per kilowatt-hour, or $/kWh. So if you take your monthly electric bill and divide the amount of kWh you used in that month, you will get your rate. Most utilities in Ohio charge an electric rate of around $0.12/kWh. Most solar panel systems will be giving you electricity at a lower rate than you are currently paying, which means you will be saving from Day 1. Ask your YellowLite representative to show you your solar electric rate.
