Cut Costs, Close Faster: Chris Hopper’s 2026 Solar Playbook
About this episode
The 30% residential tax credit is ending in 2026—and the rules around commercial credits, domestic content, and safe harbor are tightening. What now? Aurora Solar’s CEO & Co-founder Chris Hopper joins Barry to lay out a practical plan for installers and homeowners: cut soft costs with software, speed up project cycles, and choose financing that fits the new reality.
What you’ll learn
- Why lease/PPA will surge in 2026—and how to prepare
- How project velocity (lead→cash) beats panel price cuts
- Aurora’s latest: instant plan sets, financing integrations, and smarter battery modeling
- The new homeowner decision tree: buy now vs. lease later
- How to sell on accuracy & trust (not just lowest price)
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