Solar Leasing Might Make More Sense Than Ever

The cost of residential rooftop solar could be going up. That's if the federal tax credit offered under the Inflation Reduction Act, covering 30% of the project cost, is eliminated as part of the ongoing cuts in federal spending. That would make solar leasing a more feasible option for many homeowners since it makes it possible to go solar for little upfront cost — compared with the roughly $30,000 you’ll need in an incentive-less world to make the energy efficiency upgrade.