As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Solar panels: They might brighten the prospects of a home search or dim them. It all depends on the specifics. But still, by and large, homes on the market aren't likely to have solar panels. "We ...

Figuring out whether rooftop solar would work for your home has always been complicated, involving factors like the size and shape of your roof and the monthly amount you pay for electricity — not ...

Despite a big federal tax credit, solar panels cost a lot of money. A typical solar panel system can cost $30,000 or more, meaning even with 30% off you're on the hook for more than $20,000.

You can use a renovation mortgage to buy solar panels when you purchase a home. The amount you're able to borrow depends on what the home's value will be after the work is completed. Other financing ...

Portable power stations gained popularity for summer camping and RV adventures but most models lack the capacity and output ...

"The charge for electricity was zero." Homeowners with solar panels share candid advice with cautious shopper: 'My ...

Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

I'm a relatively eco-conscious person. I'm all about the green economy, I save packing materials like a World War II grandma and I have logged time in the sustainable energy industry. I understand ...

A sloppy installer or a generic 'one size fits all' type package might not deliver that. If your set-up is undersized, the ...

Getting your electricity from the sun doesn't just mean buying panels. You can also lease them or connect to a community solar field. While purchasing solar panels upfront might be the most well-known ...