If you’re over 60 and wondering whether solar still makes sense, you’re not alone. Many older homeowners — especially Boomers — are asking the same question. The answer? It depends on more than just age. Here’s how to think about solar in retirement.

If solar is such a smart investment, why do so many homeowners still say no? This blog breaks down the most common reasons people hesitate—cost, complexity, NEM 3.0—and what California homeowners need to know before ruling it out.

Paying off a solar loan early isn’t always the slam dunk people think. In California, the right choice depends on your interest rate, loan term, prepayment rules, and how quickly you need cash flow. We break down when early payoff helps, when it doesn’t, and the smarter ways to lower your true-up bill.

Does solar really raise your home’s value? On the Central Coast and in the Central Valley, the answer is often yes. Learn what studies show, how local markets are responding, and how to maximize your system’s impact on resale and buyer interest.