If you’ve been thinking about going solar in New Jersey, 2026–2027 is a uniquely important window—because the financial math has changed. With homeowners no longer able to claim the 30% federal solar tax credit on owned systems, the “best way to pay for solar” isn’t as simple as it used to be. Meanwhile, solar leasing companies can still capture that tax advantage and apply it toward lower pricing, which is why $0-down solar leases—especially those with a 0% annual escalator—are becoming the most practical, cash-flow-friendly option for many NJ homeowners. In this article, we’ll break down why a fixed-payment lease […]