1. Call now! 480-994-1440 Factors Affecting Your Investment © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

2. Call now! 480-994-1440  Cost is question asked by homeowners when considering installing solar energy.  Variables affecting costs depends on the ff: – Size of roof – larger roof means more cost – Energy Consumption – pool or hybrid vehicle increases consumption therefore requires larger solar energy system – Financial incentives – available financial incentives vary by state when purchasing or leasing solar energy Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

3. Call now! 480-994-1440  One common thread exists amongst all solar system purchases, the systems will pay for themselves over a period of time  Amount of time depends on installation Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

4. Call now! 480-994-1440 Reducing the Solar Panels Cost  Incentives that can bring down out-of-pocket expenses – Federal Tax Credits 30% reduction in out-of-pocket costs credit is applied with no cap credit vs. deduction – tax liability reduced by 30%, if do not owe taxes, can roll over credit for future years Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

5. Call now! 480-994-1440 Reducing the Solar Panels Cost – State and Local Incentives – each state provides different incentive program Income tax credits Sales tax exemptions Other financial incentives available in area – Leasing Programs – little to no upfront out-of- pocket costs Company will maintain and warranty system Monthly fee is lower than traditional utility bill Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

6. Call now! 480-994-1440 Beginning Your Search  Apples to apples proposals to easily compare costs of solar panels  Even if leasing good to get quotes on purchasing options to know actual return on investment  Take time to understand purchase agreements  Experienced solar contractor can help walk through your options Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!

7. Call now! 480-994-1440 About the Author Joy Seitz is VP of Business & Policy Development at American Solar, one of Arizona's leading solar companies who designs and installs solar electric systems and solar hot water systems. Visit us at http://www.americanpv.com for more information about How Solar Works.http://www.americanpv.comHow Solar Works Solar Panels Cost © 2012 American Solar Electric. All rights reserved. http://www.americanpv.com/Call (480) 994-1440 today!