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AI-Powered Rooftop Design Without Leaving the Workflow
March 24, 2026
What used to take hours, involve multiple handoffs, and require back-and-forth can now happen in seconds, within the workflow. Solo’s
Read MoreWhere Solar Deals Are Breaking Down After the Proposal (2026 Trends Report Preview)
A rep is sitting in a homeowner’s kitchen. They’ve walked through the proposal. The homeowner is ready to move forward.
Read MoreThe New Era of Solar Design: Faster, More Accurate Proposals Without Losing Control
January 26, 2026
Busy season is coming. By March, the phones start ringing more. Appointments fill up. The reps who spent winter months
Read MoreDecember 2025 Solar Market Report: The Post-25D Reality Sets In
December 29, 2025
The December 2025 solar market marks the end of the 25D era. Higher loan rates, third-party ownership, storage growth, and new compliance rules are reshaping how residential solar is sold and financed heading into 2026.
Read MoreDealers Are Expanding Beyond Just Offering Solar in 2026
December 19, 2025
Dealers are expanding beyond solar in 2026 as storage, HVAC, and smart home upgrades become part of the modern home energy sale. Here’s what’s driving the shift—and how teams are adjusting their sales mix.
Read MoreThe New Standard for Solar Design: In-House Tools Plus Expert Support
December 3, 2025
Solar teams are juggling shifting incentives and unpredictable project complexity. Combining in-house design tools with expert-managed services creates a faster, more flexible, more reliable proposal process in 2026.
Read MoreNovember 2025 Solar Market Report: Everything You Need to Know
December 2, 2025
The residential solar market saw a brief lift this fall before momentum began to level off. We break down relevant trends for Q4 and how teams prepare for 2026.
Read MoreThe Best Way to Sell Battery Storage: Stand Out and Close More Deals in 2026
November 20, 2025
Battery storage is becoming standard, which means homeowners need clearer explanations and reps need sharper tools. This guide shows you how to position storage as the essential half of a complete solar system, handle common questions, and use visuals to make the value crystal clear.
Read MorePost-ITC Solar Sales: 5 Conversations That Close More Homeowners
November 6, 2025
As the 25D tax credit winds down, solar selling looks different. Homeowners are more informed and focused on long-term value than ever. Post-ITC success now depends on honest, confident conversations.
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