Thinking about buying a home with solar panels? 🌞 Here’s what you really need to know…
Yes—they can be amazing. Lower electric bills, better for the planet, major bonus in the summer.
BUT… not all solar setups are created equal.
Some panels are owned outright (yay—no monthly payments!). Others are leased or financed, which can add a lien or monthly payment you’ll inherit as the buyer.
And that affects:
👉 Your loan approval
👉 Your closing timeline
👉 Even your resale value down the line
The key is asking the right questions before you fall in love with the house:
• Are the panels owned, leased, or financed?
• If leased, can the agreement be transferred?
• If financed, what’s the payoff balance?
• What does the electric bill look like with the panels?
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’ve helped buyers navigate this before and I’ll walk you through it step by step.