DA wrote:
responding to
http://www.homeownershub.com/mainten...re-634542-.htm
DA wrote:
Finally, be aware that since 50% of US taxpayers pay NO income tax
at all, the big federal tax break may not apply, especially if the
'STANDARD DEDUCTION" is more than the "PV cost"...

You make some great points but this may not be a concern at all.
People that pay no income tax at all have much more to worry about
than installing a PV system - raising and educating their children
for example, which is what the bulk of tax credits is intended for.

Also, $50K would be one hell of a standard deduction! Is there anyone
NOT itemizing at that level? And regardless, it's just a reason not
to take a standard deduction for that one year.

I would be much more worried about structural integrity of one's roof.
Also, as you pointed out, a conversation with the insurance company
seems an important step for me, too.

It would be interesting to learn if insurance companies treat solar
shingles any different than your "normal" PV panels on racks. Anyone
has experience to share?

yes. i have a 7.7kw array. i just signed up with a new insurance agent this
month. when asked, they said that having a pv install had no difference on
the cost of house insurance.