Feb 22, 2026 12 min read
Solar on Oʻahu: Owned vs Leased Panels, Batteries, and What Transfers at Closing
Solar shows up on a lot of Oʻahu homes for a simple reason: electric bills are real, and the sun is consistent. But when you’re buying a home, the panels themselves are rarely the problem. The paperwork is. Two roofs can look identical from the street, and one is a clean value-add while the other is a contract you’re stuck navigating during escrow.If you’re relocating, this is one of those Hawaiʻ