I live in GP and was mainly attracted to the bigger lot + home sizes, modern design and nicer amenities despite the higher Mello Roos. TI tends to be very anti tax and has always been down on GP compared to EV / no mello roos areas. I’m still glad I chose GP and I used to live in EV.
For those with solar panels, can you clarify how SoCal Edison presents your monthly bill? Do you see a separate line / section for NEM or solar generation credits or is your bill only showing the net consumption amounts without any breakout for solar? I have been getting mixed messaging on...
Well after the recent NEM 3.0 decision, I finally have the catalyst I needed to move forward with my solar expansion and battery plan that inspired this thread. Gotta make sure the new install is done by April to get grandfathered into NEM 2.0. My current thinking is to try to get close to...
Hi - I am planning to apply for a HELOC to help fund a landscaping project. I have a single mortgage on the home that we purchased this year and current LTV is around 78% (we put down 20% at closing).
Does the HELOC impact the First Mortgage at all, and would the first mortgage holder have...
We bought in GP earlier this year over an EW home and MR was a consideration, but we felt we had more home &yard space and community amenities for the price in GP, and have a much more bullish outlook for the area over the next 10-20 years with the newer schools.
Not sure if it's true but our...
What kind of panels did you install and how much comparison did you do vs. other products in the market? How much are installation costs? Are Tesla panels considered more price-efficient compared to powerwall batteries?
Thanks - Would you recommend getting 3 PW? Have you done a cost/benefit assessment of the credits you are earning from PG&E vs. the cost?
The price quote is about $14K (after tax incentives) for 2 PW, and $19K (after incentive) for 3 PW.
Also did you install additional panels above and...
Nice - how many Power Walls did you install? I was looking at this last night and Tesla recommends 2-3. I've seen speculation that Powerwall 3 will be announced this year so maybe I'll wait.
Hello All-
We were given an option to buy or lease solar panels on a new home build, and went with the Buy option to avoid issues if we decide to sell the home later. I am new to solar energy so would appreciate any input on the below questions as well as any general recommendations/guidance...
Thanks for the detailed analysis and insights. Out of curiosity, can you expand on what you mentioned you are seeing with higher end sales and demand trends by home builders (Lennar, Shea, etc)? Do you have more granular data available? Thanks
Anyone know whether Great Park Mello Roos qualifies for tax deductions in Federal and/or CA State income tax? I have seen conflicting information so would appreciate any input.
Per a TurboTax blog...
IP has a better reputation/brand than KB but I agree with you - the premium is hard to stomach. We were considering Fresco because we liked EW and IP designs but have decided to purchase in Great Park due to bigger home + lot size, despite the mello roos.