BuzzTipper Logo
By Marisa Schley

Solar Panel Inspection and Permit Process

What to expect when the time comes to go solar.

gg
So you've decided to go solar. Congratulations! You are well on your way to increasing your home's resale value, reducing your carbon footprint, lowering your electricity costs, and making use of federal tax credits and state-specific solar incentives. That's a lot of perks for just one renewable-energy move. Here, we will go over what the inspecti...
Next (38)
Mortgage Refinance

Cash-Out Refinance to Buy a Second Home

Why you should consider a cash-out refinance to buy a second home for vacations, future retirement, or rental income.
Home Equity

Tap Into Your Home’s Equity With a Cash-Out Refinance or a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) and Get Money for the Things You Need

Which should you choose? Cash-out refinance vs. home equity line of credit (HELOC).
Mortgage Refinance

Should You Refinance Your Home Again?

4 advantages to refinancing a home mortgage after only 4 years.
Mortgage Refinance

Inflation, Skyrocketing Rates, Fed Rate Hikes Oh My!

Between inflation and the latest fed rate hikes, should you consider home refinancing?
Household Finances

The Only Times You Should Close a Credit Card (and How to Do It Right)

Close a credit card only for a good reason, and do it this way.
Mortgage Refinance

Mortgage Refi vs. Personal Loan to Escape Credit Card Debt

What are the pros and cons of these two popular debt consolidation strategies?
Getting Started

Choosing the Right Loan Product

So many options are out there, but one loan product is the best fit for you.
Home Improvement

Wondering What a Bathroom Renovation Costs?

A cash-out refinance could be the key to covering the whole thing.
Home Loan

15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Making the Choice

No one has a crystal ball to see 15 years ahead, much less 30, but if your income is strong and stable, a larger monthly payment will get you to the finish line sooner.
Getting Started

Figure Your DTI in 3 Easy Steps

You should know your DTI when you shop for a loan just like you know your size when you shop for shoes.
Fundamentals

Learning Center: Pros and Cons of 15- and 30-Year Mortgages

No one has a crystal ball to see 15 years ahead, much less 30, but if you can swing a higher payment, a shorter term will save you a lot of money.
Fundamentals

Learning Center: Interest and APR—What's the Difference?

You see two rates when you shop for a loan, and we explain why.
Home Improvement

The Most Effective Winter Energy Tip Just Got a Lot More Important

One home improvement brings you a 117% ROI and could save you hundreds this winter.
Solar News

Is Minnesota Poised to Take Over the Solar Industry?

Minnesota’s Iron Range is planning an enormous solar panel manufacturing facility.
Solar News

California Sued Over Bogus Solar Rule

The California Solar and Storage Association is fighting back.
Solar Basics

Why the Value Proposition of Solar Keeps Improving

Marvel at all the ways solar keeps getting more affordable compared to the only real alternative people have, the grid.
Solar News

Previously Hesitant Homeowners Are Now Going Solar in Droves

As energy costs rise, solar keeps getting cheaper.
Home Improvement

Easy DIY Under-$200 Home Security Kit

7 straightforward items (including 1 freebie!) to secure your home affordably.
Solar News

Going Solar Might Get Much Cheaper

New bill introduced in Congress could make it happen.
Solar Basics

Level Up to As Much Solar As Suits You

Solar offers levels of participation (all of them rewarding) to match any homeowner's commitment.
solar