Selling Solar WITHOUT the Federal Tax Credit: What is a Prepaid Solar Lease?

The era of the homeowner federal tax credit is over. A new version of an old option is emerging that installers and homeowners NEED to know about: Prepaid Solar Lease/PPA. But is this option the future, or even right for you? In 2026, the solar world changes. For the first time in a decade, homeowners can't claim the big federal credit directly—but commercial entities can. Chris Markowski, Solar Insure Sales Director, joins us to explain how Prepaid Leases and PPAs allow homeowners to "indirectly" keep those tax savings while eventually owning their system for as little as $1. What you’ll learn: Buying in Bulk: Why paying your 20-year lease upfront is cheaper than a loan. The 5-Year Flip: How ownership can transfer to the homeowner after the tax benefits are harvested. The "Safe" Investment: Why TPOs offer better monitoring and maintenance than cash buys. Red Flags: How to spot "inflated" pricing in the new TPO era and whether a cash purchase may be a better option. Read the article breakdown: https://www.solarinsure.com/prepaid-s... Is your solar business ready for the 2026 pivot? Connect with Chris directly:   / chris-markowski-141821b8   Protect your solar investments with Solar Insure: solarinsure.com #Solar2026 #SolarFinance #CleanEnergy #TaxCredit #SolarInstaller #EnergyIndependence -- Chapters -- 00:00 Intro 00:44 What is a Prepaid Lease/PPA 02:35 History and Evolution 04:34 Current Trends and Changes 09:24 Benefits for Homeowners 11:30 Advice for Homeowners Considering Prepaid Lease or PPA 🌞 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and comment below: Would you sign up for a prepaid lease or PPA for your home? -- Learn About Solar Insure Warranties -- SI-30 Solar: https://www.solarinsure.com/monitorin... SI-30 Total: https://www.solarinsure.com/si30total SI-30 Battery: https://www.solarinsure.com/si30battery SolarDetect: https://detect.solarinsure.com/ -- Connect With Us -- Website: https://www.solarinsure.com/ LinkedIn:   / solarinsure   Instagram:   / solarinsure