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What happens financially if I sell my home before a solar loan is paid off?

Answer

The loan normally remains a debt that must be paid, refinanced, assumed if permitted, or settled from sale proceeds; the exact result depends on the loan agreement and lender.

Key points

  • Request a payoff balance before pricing the home.
  • Determine whether the loan is secured or transferable.
  • Compare balance with expected sale value and buyer acceptance.

What it depends on

  • Loan contract
  • Remaining balance
  • Sale price and lender requirements

Risks and trade-offs

  • A balance exceeding the system's recognized value can reduce net proceeds.
  • Transfer may delay closing.

Information you may need

  • Payoff statement
  • Transfer or assumption provisions
  • Title and lender requirements

Your next step

What to do next

Obtain written payoff and transfer instructions before listing the property.

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