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title: Studies Find Solar Power Can Add Up to 10% to a Home’s Value While Reducing Energy Costs
description: Solar power can increase a home’s market value according to a study conducted by Zillow, the real estate listing and information company.
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# [Studies Find Solar Power Can Add Up to 10% to a Home’s Value While Reducing Energy Costs](https://www.nationalinvestornetwork.com/financials/studies-find-solar-power-can-add-up-to-10-to-a-homes-value-while-reducing-energy-costs)

 Written by [Jeff Mindham](https://www.nationalinvestornetwork.com/financials/author/jeff-mindham) | Oct 10, 2019 1:19:33 AM

Solar power can increase a home’s market value according to a study conducted by Zillow, the real estate listing and information company. In California, where new home construction will be required to have solar panels beginning in 2020, a state study found that solar power could help homeowners save up to [$19,000 during a 30-year period.](https://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/05/solar-power-can-boost-a-homes-value-in-these-10-states-the-most.html)

According to Sarah Mikhitarian, Zillow’s senior economist, “There is increased demand for green living. More than 80% of buyers say energy-efficient features are important in selecting a home”.

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